Their welcome into the Netherborne was neither friendly nor hostile. The clan and its members seemed unthreatened by them, a testament to their belief that nothing could harm them in this world. Rain noticed some wondrous details about the clan itself. She was indeed mesmerized by the black torches, walls, and lightning practices, but that was not all. While the guards led them through the clan, they passed by something utterly bizarre.
A field of floating boulders greeted them after turning a few corners, grabbing their attention and even forcing Rain to stop. She saw some figures atop the boulders, chained while they howled or screamed. The screams shook the fortress, but the walls seemed to absorb the sound instantly, making it audible only from a close distance.
"What is this place?" asked Rain, prompting Benjamin to turn, even though he seemed disinterested.
