Bab 248: No. 3, The Gambler III

Ember Vault Outskirts

Unnamed Rogue Planet

Astraxis Nebula

December 5th

Year 2018

This Rogue Planet was a desolate, cold world, blanketed in thick clouds that shrouded what lay beneath its atmosphere from prying eyes.

The barren landscape stretched out before him, as Richard moved steadily across the uneven terrain, heading toward a small, nondescript structure tucked away between jagged rocky outcrops.

As he approached, he noticed two guards blocking the entrance. They watched him in silence, their eyes cold and discerning, the faintest trace of suspicion glinting within.

Richard didn't hesitate or slow his pace. Instead, he casually lifted a small emblem—a token he'd picked up during his time at the casino.

The moment the guards saw the emblem, one of them shifted slightly, his gaze narrowing. Then, with a voice as rough as gravel, he spoke up, breaking the silence.

"What is the answer to the void?"