The seconds ticked by as Norton waited patiently in front of the EMP patch to finish up. Soon, the patch gave a soft click to signify that it was finished and Norton detached it from the door. Taking a few steps back, Norton gestured to Conner to give him the all clear. With tense hands, Conner pressed the console button to open the door. Rick, with his rifle in hand, stood ready to take aim. Whatever waited them behind that door, Rick would be ready to open fire on it. I just pray there isn't, Rick thought.