After "equally" dividing the three item drops, the WAA extermination party descended the golden stairs.
To their surprise, they encountered pathways that were purple rather than dark.
It was a pleasant change as they did not have to struggle in terms of vision anymore.
However, the dried clay flooring had transformed into a muddy surface, which was far from ideal for combat as it was too slippery.
Also, like a bullied child, Dalton refused to speak to anyone until Shye demonstrated how the Impious Origin Belt would benefit him more than it would benefit Dalton.
Of course, Shye was more than willing to do so, ensuring everyone that he would prove his point against the second floor's guardian.
Until then, it seemed that Dalton wouldn't talk.