Lando gently pushed open the door, allowing a brief, poignant glance to be exchanged with Luke before stepping outside. Luke trailed closely behind him, his steps heavy with unspoken emotions. From the corner of her eye, Rylie observed their departure. A furrow of concern marred her brow, and as the door sealed behind them with a soft click, she found her voice. "I fear I understand the unfolding scenario, and Lando shouldn't be the one to bear this burden."
Meredith let out a weary sigh, nodding in agreement. "I believe Lando has made the conscious choice that this responsibility should fall upon him." Her gaze shifted towards Rylie. "Dr. Finch handed me a confidential file last week. I've yet to muster the courage to open it."