章節 287: Chapter 287: Into the Heart of Shadows

The peaks of the Blackspire Mountains seemed to stretch endlessly toward the sky, their craggy surfaces shrouded in mist and shadows. The path to the Abyssal Gate was a treacherous one, winding through narrow passes and sheer cliffs that challenged every step. Elara and her companions moved with grim determination, their breath visible in the cold air, their resolve tested with each precarious step.

The Shard's pulsing energy remained a constant presence, a reminder of the stakes and the danger that awaited them. Elara could feel its power surging with every step she took, the dark energy echoing through her veins like a sinister heartbeat.

"I can't believe we're actually doing this," Arian said, his voice a mix of awe and trepidation. "The Abyssal Gate... it's a legend. No one's ever seen it and come back."

Elara shot him a sidelong glance, her expression resolute. "We don't have a choice. If the Void is to be stopped, this is the only way."