Noctis allows the others to exit the elevator first. Probably better that way if they're to keep up appearances of seniority.

Although it wasn't long ago that he was in this same situation, the sight of the prisoners is jarring and it hurts his heart to see people in such conditions.

He might like to give off the aloof impression but he really is a King at heart and so he hates seeing people suffer. All those years of schooling his expression come in handy as his helmet leaves the bottom of his face exposed.

As for the guards, there is a pair at the elevator and at first glance, he sees a lack of reinforcements. Do they really believe the people this broken? Well, it might end up better for them.

He looks to his companions for what their next move should be.