Now moving deeper into the ruin, things began to slowly change. Where the entrance was originally quite simple and almost cave-like in order for it to remain inconspicuous, now that they were deeper in the hallway had become far more polished and meticulously crafted. It was clear that, regardless what this ruin's purpose was, the Lukreshes weren't ones to hold back on trying to make things look good. The masonry alone was immaculate and each wall had bas relief carvings in them near the ceiling, reminiscent of a stone gothic crown moulding.
I liked writing this chapter and trying to create a good unsettleing atmosphere. I'm not entirely sure if I succeeded, but that was the goal and I rewrote half the chapter's initial draft in hopes of making the atmosphere feel better. I hope it was at least moderately successful and you enjoyed!
Now then, I haven't eaten yet all day, so I think I'm gonna go do that... and as always, I hope you're having a wonderful day!