Nate walked through the dimly lit cave, his mind preoccupied with how the crystals he found would help Ray achieve his goal. The weight of recent events pressed against his thoughts, if Ray successfully make weapons that makes them stronger then their chance of winning Zoro will increase and so does their chance of leaving this place.
It was then that he noticed Madison's door slightly open, a soft light spilling from inside. His steps slowed as he caught a glimpse of her sitting on her bed, her posture tense, her hands struggling with something on her leg. The flickering lantern cast moving shadows on the rough stone walls, illuminating her face just enough for him to see the frustration etched in her features.
At first, he considered walking away. Whatever it was, it wasn't his business. But something made him pause.
His instincts urged him to knock.
A soft voice, absentminded and distracted, responded, "Come in."
