"Actually..."
A low rumble carried through every stone tile that was part of the temple and perhaps even further, announcing to any who would lend an ear or two of the opening of the secret passage.
Due to his sharp senses Hao Xuan felt the vibrations much more clearly than any of the others and as a result, woke from his dazed state. The vibrations weren't too strong but he could feel they went very, VERY deep.
Every click and clack went down for what felt like miles until it was too far gone to return.
Princess Helena turned her head halfway to flash a mischievous smile, "Actually, this is the real secret passage," she said before bending down to pick up a candle for herself.
"Everyone please take one each. I will light it as soon as you enter. Just remember to stay close as usual. If you get lost down here then I might never be able to find you again."