[Samael Ashwood's POV]
"Brace yourselves!" I called out, tightening my grip on the situation. The creatures weren't letting up, and the labyrinth was only growing more desperate. I could feel its will pressing against me, testing the limits of my strength and resolve.
Erik, his face drenched with sweat, let out a sharp breath. "There's too many of them. We need to break through that door, and fast."
I cast a quick glance at the intricate lock mechanism on the door, the glowing runes practically pulsing with energy. It was a puzzle, undoubtedly a key to moving forward, but we had to clear these creatures out first or risk being overrun.
"I'll handle the door," Zara volunteered, her voice steady despite the pressure. Her focus remained on maintaining the shimmering barrier while studying the lock. "But I'll need some time. Can you hold them off?"
