As Jude and Nefertari pressed deeper into the labyrinth, their thoughts were consumed by the urgency of their quest. Nefertari's gaze often lingered on Jude, her admiration mingled with a newfound sense of affection. Yet, beneath her facade of determination, the haunting echoes of her son's distant cries gnawed at her resolve.
With each passing moment, the weight of uncertainty bore down on them. Amin's absence cast a shadow over their search, his whereabouts a mystery entangled within the labyrinth's enigmatic corridors.
Jude, too, harbored concerns for their group's safety. The decision to split into two-man teams had seemed pragmatic at the time, an attempt to cover more ground and expedite their search for Amin. But now, amidst the labyrinth's shifting perils, the consequences of their actions loomed large.
"We need to find Amin quickly," Nefertari spoke, her voice tinged with urgency.