How did the cloaked figure know Damian's name? The fact startled him, sending a shiver down his spine. Why was it on the staircase, seemingly waiting for him? Usually, someone had to enter a portal before reaching the next level. It was an anomaly, a unique occurrence that Damian was unfortunate enough to witness. Either way, he had to confront the situation before him.
"Who are you?" Damian asked, his voice trembling.
The cloaked figure only chuckled, a bone-chilling sound that made Damian's unease grow. "You'll see," it replied cryptically.
That was the last sentence it uttered before vanishing mysteriously, as if it had never been there in the first place. Damian stood frozen, unable to comprehend what he had just witnessed. He had no idea what that entity was or what it wanted, but a mix of relief and apprehension washed over him. Deep down, he knew their paths would cross again, and he would have to confront the unknown once more.
