[ Alan would be lying if he said he wasn't worried too. He's worried, terrified, unsure where to go or what he should be doing. He can't help but feel that there's no escape; there's darkness everywhere, and how much good will staying in the light do? But he has to put on a brave face for Barry and Jesse, and that's exactly what he does, as best as he can. ]

Yeah. We need to get going; I'm not sure where to go, but we have to go. Maybe something in the pages will tell us where. We can't keep hiding; I mean, you two can, but I have to figure out what I need to do next. Maybe... maybe if I split off from you, the darkness will leave you alone. Or- maybe it'll come after you to make you chase me. No, I can't leave you behind.