Bab 108: More Questions

He retraced his steps through the same passages of the temple. His thoughts raced as he considered the significance of the runes and the event that just happened. What force could prevent him from claiming the giants' Souls? It was a puzzle he would have to solve later.

Minutes passed as he navigated the winding corridors, his Soul Sense still heightened, wary of any lurking dangers. But he sensed that the creatures watching him from the shadows were reluctant to attack; they felt fear towards him.

Ethan thought it was probably because he had killed those two giants. That was good for him because he didn't want to bother fighting those monsters now.

The flickering light of his lantern cast long dancing shadows on the ancient stone walls. Each of his step bringing him closer back to the entrance.

Suddenly, as he rounded a corner, a mysterious figure materialized before him.