Permafrost Hollows We All Float Down Here

The boy immediately felt bad when his words sent Korei into a panic, and tried to fix it. I-- I didn't mean there's no way out at all. I'm sure there's an exit somewhere!
Ali nuzzled into the pale girl, attempting to calm her. Listen, we'll get out of here. Soon, too. And if anything was down here, I bet the cave-in scared it off. If we keep moving, we'll be safe.

That thought spurred him into action, and he turned away to peer into the darkness behind them. He wasn't as sure as he had tried to act-- the boy didn't truly know if they would be safe. But he knew that he wouldn't allow any harm to come to Korei. Ali beckoned for her to follow, then ghosted a few steps forward. Assuming she followed, he started leading her away from the area, into the unknown. He stayed close to her, though.
I'll keep you safe, Korei. I promise.