In literature, "mystified" is frequently employed to convey a character’s utter confusion or bewilderment when confronted by events or emotions they cannot easily explain. It appears in subtle character expressions—such as the nurse’s puzzled look in [1]—but also in moments of profound contemplation, where a character’s inability to decipher a situation is central to the narrative, as when Crewe remarks on being mystified by a case in [2]. The term thus serves as a linguistic tool that enriches both dialogue and internal monologue, illuminating a state of perplexity that can range from mild uncertainty to deep existential questioning, as seen in the measured introspection of characters in [3] and the overt dismay depicted in [4]. This usage invites readers to share in a moment of cognitive disorientation, making the narrative both engaging and authentically human.