"Something in shadows, hm?" ...Jade's steps continue, until he's joining Shirou on the landing, but at the answer...well. There's a slight pause in his words; unnaturally red eyes narrow just slightly. "...On the contrary, sir, I daresay paranoia can be a useful trait in this place. Do you think you could say that the thing might have been shadows, in its own right?"

Events of the last month are still rather fresh on the mind, you see. Another even sharper glance is cast to the darkened corners about them. Then, with an almost world-weary sort of sigh but without much more fanfare, Jade summons a full-length spear into his right hand that materializes with a crackle of fonons.

"Regardless--which way were you headed? I'd suggest we should proceed, either up or downstairs, and not stay put for too long. With two pairs of eyes we can at least keep watch both ahead and behind, as we go."