I'm sure they're having a good t-time waiting for us, Richie. They're probably sk-skipping rocks somewhere. They'll be jealous of all our adventures w-when we get to them.
[He'll believe the others are all there and somewhere safe for both of them if he has to. He smiles at Richie, soft and small but warm, and tries to focus on the low light around them as they descend. When the stairs stop, it's hard to see, so Bill goes first and slowly, feeling along the walls.]
Keep hold of my shirt, Richie. We just have to c-cross the room. Watch out for the ru-rubble.
[He doesn't know how long the corridor is but he's taking it slow and easy for both of them, reassured that Richie is there by the slight pull of fabric and his friend's never quiet mouth.]
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[He'll believe the others are all there and somewhere safe for both of them if he has to. He smiles at Richie, soft and small but warm, and tries to focus on the low light around them as they descend. When the stairs stop, it's hard to see, so Bill goes first and slowly, feeling along the walls.]
Keep hold of my shirt, Richie. We just have to c-cross the room. Watch out for the ru-rubble.
[He doesn't know how long the corridor is but he's taking it slow and easy for both of them, reassured that Richie is there by the slight pull of fabric and his friend's never quiet mouth.]