As Seojun and Sui explored the Chamber of the Golden Guardian, an unexpected rumble shook the ground.
Far above, other participants of the entrance exam were caught in the tremor as the earth began to give way beneath them too. Each one fell, but unlike Seojun, they were scattered across different locations in the underground maze.
Participant #118 landed hard in a narrow tunnel. The ground was rough, and the air felt damp and cold. He groaned, rubbing his head as he sat up.
A notification appeared before him:
Location: The Dark Tunnel
Participants Remaining: 455 out of 800
"What the... 345 already gone?" he whispered, his voice echoing down the tunnel.
"I can't be next. I need to find a way out." He got to his feet, gripping his sword tightly, and began moving forward, staying alert for any danger.
Participant #237: The Crystal Cavern