Have you ever seen a Templar run in full armor, looking like he just jumped out of a bath to do so? That would be the clattering sound that comes past the barricade and into the mouth of a cave, where James already has his sword and shield out.

Yes, screams are supposed to mean Sina is in danger.

" - Oh, thank the Maker." He breathed out a sigh of relief to see Iksander and Cyril with Sina in tow.