Bab 87: The Artifact Hunt [2]

We quickly engaged in a fight with them, but they didn't pose a threat at all. Thankfully, I warned others not to get bitten by them, or else they would have been poisoned with a strong poison.

We continued with our exploration and met other groups of monsters - some resembling twisted, humanoid figures with sharp claws, and others resembling monstrous bats with leathery wings and razor-sharp teeth. Despite their intimidating appearances, we dispatched them with relative ease, relying on our teamwork and combat skills to overcome each new threat.

As we delved deeper into the ruins, the air grew colder and the darkness more oppressive. Strange whispers seemed to echo through the corridors, causing shivers to run down our spines. But we pressed on, driven by our sole determination to claim the artifact and defeat the Guardian.

Finally, after an hour, we arrived in front of a large steel door. Surprisingly, it was standing still and as new.