Isabella watched Kaidan with confusion and slight concern, not understanding what was happening. After his last confident clap, a deathly silence reigned, broken only by the soft crackling of the fire in the fireplace. From the depths of the house, barely audible footsteps were heard, echoing in the silence. Isabella looked towards the source of the sound with concern and curiosity, and Kaidan, continuing to smile, gently hugged her, enjoying her confusion. The footsteps were getting closer and closer, until a silhouette appeared from around the corner, which made her freeze in surprise and unexpectedness.