Nathaniel clenched his teeth. Damn, what should he do? He would not leave Mynxa alone in the cave, nor  would he let Brandon lay eyes on her. He looked at her not sure of what choice he should make. He swallowed hard. It felt like a rock had embedded itself deep in his throat, for once he cared what happened to another. He looked her in the eyes.<br/><br/>"Mynxa...I need you to stay behind me," He said quietly, "Everything will be fine as long as you stay by my side."<br/><br/>He began to walk slowly, he held her close. He drew out his sword, it's metal shone in the dim light. The entrance came into their vision quickly.