Unchanging

Without a moment's delay, they sprinted towards the exit.

Hella led the way, followed closely by Nate and Sophie. Helodor positioned himself in front of Atticus, who was bringing up the rear.

After a few minutes, the got to the entrance. Sophie and Nate swiftly leaped up, grasping the ropes they had previously used to descend, and began ascending with urgency.

Hella turned and was about to ask Atticus to go first. However, Helodor's voice interjected, "Go quickly! We'll follow closely behind."

Though hesitant, the urgency of the situation was evident, and Hella shifted her attention back to the rope, swiftly grabbing hold and starting her ascent.

With Hella on her way up, Helodor directed an intense glare at Atticus, who maintained a composed demeanor as he observed the unfolding dynamic.

Without delay, Helodor grasped the rope and began moving up.