章 301: Chapter 301: System's First Team - Second Deposit

The second deposit. 

After days of incessant construction, the tunnel had finally reached its target. 

The coordinated work of level 7 and 8 builders had made the process faster than expected, but now came the real test.

"Think it's the fire one like you wanted?" Kriz asked as the group prepared to enter.

Elio observed the newly discovered crystal. "We won't know until we finish the first half of the challenge."

Before entering, he turned to Zara. "Like last time. I need you to guide the other group, but give me at least a twelve hour head start..."

"So the exterior won't be left unprotected," she completed, understanding the strategy. Their eyes met for a moment, a silent conversation about caution and promises passing between them.

"Watch my... this idiot's back," Zara told Kriz, who responded with his characteristic mocking salute.