He focused on the subtle clues—the faint sound of his footsteps, the feel of the air currents, and the sense of space around him. His hands brushed against the smooth surfaces of the mirrors, carefully tracing his path.
With each turn, he encountered more dead ends, forcing him to backtrack and find a new route. The disorienting environment made it difficult to keep track of time, but he remained determined. He visualized the layout of the maze in his mind, piecing together the puzzle with each step.
As the timer approached the ten-minute mark, Adrian's movements became more urgent. He could feel the pressure mounting, but he refused to give up. Finally, after what felt like an eternity, he stumbled upon the exit, emerging from the maze.
However, he was about 10 seconds late, meaning he lost the Trial.
"Student Rowan gains 1 point," the judge announced, his voice echoing through the arena.
