Chapter 30: Into the caves
Stepping into the cave, I was immediately greeted by a mesmerizing sight—thousands of crystal-filled torches mounted along the walls, their glow casting eerie reflections on the icy surfaces.
A cold wind whispered through the cavern, carrying with it the distant clang of iron striking stone—the unmistakable rhythm of miners at work.
I knew this cave ran deep.
Not literally straight down, but in a ladder-like pattern, descending level by level.
If my memory was correct, it went at least 20 to 25 levels deep.
I didn’t waste time.
Moving swiftly, I darted past the terrified expressions of the townsfolk. They barely had time to react—probably couldn’t even see my face properly before I vanished from their sight.
By the time I reached Floor 23, chaos had already erupted.
Screams filled the air.
"Run!! The floor is collapsing again!"
"Save yourself!!"