She waits for him, letting him close the distance between them a bit before turning on her heel and leading the way. He can hear her heart beating quicker.

She cocks her head so she can listen to his footsteps as he follows her deeper into the mist. Soon they've gone far enough that the mist closes in between them and the portal. Birds call in the distance, and there is running water somewhere below. Rain drips on the leaves and she's trying to breathe normally, knowing he can hear her agitation.