Chapter 136: Void Walker Soul
Troy's boots echoed softly in the dimly lit cavern as he approached the exit of the Beast Gem haven. The air felt thick, charged with the weight of decisions that could alter the course of their lives. He glanced over at Ham, who stood vigil by the mouth of the tunnel, his eyes locked on the jagged rocks overhead.
"Is this spot good enough, Troy?" Ham's voice was low, almost hesitant.
Troy's sharp eyes scanned the surroundings, taking in every nook and cranny, every uneven surface that could serve as either an advantage or a death trap. He nodded solemnly. "Yes. We have to block this entrance. We can't drag them into something they don't even know exists. This is our mess, not theirs."
Ham's grip tightened on his sword as he looked back at the tunnel, the shadows playing tricks on his tired mind. "And what might that be?"
