That's certainly a first

In the end, logic, reason, and pragmatism prevailed. And after the initial excitement of the group seeing my portal for the first time finally died down, they were pretty damn quick to move past their shock and start to prepare. 

Some rushed to prepare parts that would be easy to connect and thus form the gate's frame on the other side. Others moved to prepare weapons, ammunition, and supplies for everyone. In the end, Makary, Fay, and I were left behind with nothing else to do. 

"So you are going to step through with us?" I asked once I myself calmed down from the agitation of letting other people, practically strangers, know about my most important secret. 

"That's right," Makary replied without even a second of hesitation. "I can't confirm all the things I need to if I won't see that… another world with my very own eyes."