As Falcon and Aurelia descended into the murky depths of the sewer, the stench hit them like an oppressive wave. Their surroundings were shrouded in darkness, broken only by sporadic beams of faint light filtering through the grates above. The muffled echoes of distant water echoed through the tunnels, creating an eerie symphony that reverberated around them.
Gritting their teeth against the overwhelming odor, they trudged through ankle-deep sludge, their movements hindered by the thick, viscous liquid. Each step sent ripples through the fetid water, accompanied by squelching noises that made their journey feel all the more laborious. The air hung heavy with dampness, a damp, earthy scent mixing with the putrid odor of stagnant water, hinting at the layers of neglect and decay.
