"he" was getting sorted out, as with the sorting hat in Harry Potter.
which gets chosen isn't of greatest import, since if something of value
is to be found from the other choice then he'll likely get there later on.
the thing about standing in line is the hardest part... requiring patience.
my excuse for linking this:
Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers - The Waiting
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMyCa35_mOg