[Amelia shakes her head, noticeably tucking in her arms more tightly.]

Don't get too ahead of yourself. He's always been more of a force of nature and a creature of impulse. It's better to be apathetic towards him.

[This is a conversation for another day. Right now, they're at the center and she's equally puzzled at the emptiness until the appearance of the shadow at the other end.

She uncrosses her arms and studies the dark figure critically.]

Well, looks like we have our obstacle. And hopefully, the key to our exit.