บท 78: A Strange Place

Spreading out before their eyes, was a magnificent visage of an ancient settlement carved into the towering cliffs of a vast cavern behind the dark cave…?

Light filtered in from unseen openings above, casting a warm glow on the intricate network of dwellings, bridges, and walkways that cling to the rock faces.

It was impossible to trace where the light was coming from, but it endlessly drowsed the scenery with a flawless illumination.

The structures appeared weathered and eroded, their stonework blending seamlessly with the natural contours of the cave walls.

Arched windows and doorways dotted the cliff-side edifices, hinting at a once-thriving community that made this subterranean realm their home.

Winding paths and rickety bridges interconnected the various levels, and verdant plant life clung to any available crevice, adding splashes of green amidst the earthy tones.