Sam focused on the black sphere before him, his true essence pouring into it. Despite swallowing immense energy, the sphere remained unresponsive, resembling a bottomless pit.
Breathless and sweating, the bald man and the monkey-faced man strained, their efforts evident in their panting forms. However, Sam, known for his exceptional restorative abilities, appeared the most composed. Yet, as he circulated his true essence, a slight reddish hue tinged his complexion, betraying a hint of fatigue.
"We're almost there!" exclaimed the monkey-faced man as the black sphere emitted a faint glow, causing the entire chamber to tremble. With a deep rumble, the Sorcerer Pagoda door opened, revealing a magnificent, iridescent jade structure radiating a milky luminescence.
"Hahahaha!" Upon seeing the Sorcerer Pagoda, the monkey-faced man's laughter echoed through the chamber.
