"Can't argue with that. That could be their plan, but two can be picked off as easily as one. Still, I can't say I don't want the company." He smiles what should be a reassuring smile, but it falls a little flat all the same. He's not overly nervous about heading up those stairs, but it's human nature to feel a little apprehensive.

"One of those lanterns really would come in handy right about now," he comments as he begins the ascent up the stairs.