章 253: New Hidden Chamber, Krieg Theredell (2)

From the edge of the steps, looking down into the pitch-black darkness below, Ji Chen couldn't shake the feeling of an eerie breeze rising from the depths, sending shivers down his spine.

Almost instinctively, the heroes all furrowed their brows, facing an imminent threat.

"My lord, there must be something unusual down there. We must proceed with caution," Alice whispered softly, her voice surprisingly loud in the hushed environment.

Observing the serious expressions on the faces of the heroes, Ji Chen nodded with gravity.

"Stay vigilant, everyone, and be ready to flee from here at a moment's notice."

"Yes!"

The heroes nodded in unison, their agreement understood.

Seeing this, Ji Chen distributed the torches and began descending the steps towards the well.

These steps lacked any handrails, pure stone columns embedded in the walls, some of which were even weathered and broken in places.