The secret door slid open as Castiel pulled the switch, and Kratos hesitated for just a second to draw his sword before advancing on the entrance. Unlike previous nights, it didn't seem like there was anything waiting to "greet" them, but one could never be sure, and he certainly didn't want to make the mistake of being unprepared to react to any unpleasant surprises.

He looked at Lloyd. "Stay close."

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