[ Is he going to chicken out of hand-holding, too? Where's that level 5 courage, Akechi? ]

I know you're grateful that I'm making it easier for you to do what you want. [ Smug sneer as he peeks over his shoulder. ] We'll see what happens when we're there.

[ And Akira's timing is impeccable because look where we are. The towering structure gives quite the haunting aura. Its foundation shows signs of age and erosion, maybe some decay. It's still sturdy seeing that the double door frame seems perfect? The windows, while murky, are also intact.

He sweeps his hand under with a bow, presenting the jagged marble steps to his friend. ]

After you, milord.