Thomas had explained to Minho about what they had done to Alby along the way to the exit, and all he had said was. "shuck." Eco was behind them struggling to keep up as they limped after them. Soon enough they turned the corner to the exit and saw Chuck and Newt standing in the entryway. As soon as came into view, Newt ran towards them and said, "Bloody hell. U need sleep and food." But Minho just chuckled and responded, "Nice to see u too Newt." And embraced him whereas Thomas said, "We have to get Alby first. He's up that wall." And pointed to the ivy covered wall that had a stain of blood up high. "Nope the builders will do it. You need rest.. you look like a pile of klunk." Then he turned to face Eco for the first time. They heard Minho pull Thomas away and Eco took a couple limping steps into his embrace then collapsed in his arms putting all their weight on Newt.

Newt half carried/half dragged Eco onto the grass. Then he sat them down next to him and ran his fingers through their hair. Tears of joy ran down his cheeks and landed on their round nose. He studied their face, overjoyed to have them back and he loved every bit of them. Their round flat nose with little bumps. Their small birthmark, barely noticeable, around the crest of their nose. Their pinkish lips , and long eyelashes. And their stunning chestnut eyes, like Wood and honey mixed together staring up at him as if they know all his secrets.

"Why are you crying?" Eco asked, their eyes fluttering closed sleep threatening to take them away.Newt sighed and smiled before responding with a chuckle"I'm just so glad to have you back." And he started humming an old tune that Eco didn't recognise but sent them to sleep anyways. Into a mix of nightmares and dreams.