The group ventured deeper into the dungeon, the atmosphere growing increasingly silent and eerie. Catherine scrutinized the cracked walls illuminated by candles that burned on, even though no signs of life existed within the dungeon. Thomas, bringing up the rear, inspected the floor carefully, ensuring there were no hidden traps.
"This place is stranger than I imagined," murmured Catherine, her eyes scanning every corner of the room they traversed.
"After everything we've faced, this feels too quiet," replied Thomas, his tone analytical. "No monsters, no traps, not even loot."
"It seems the effects of clearing Osteroth's domain have completely drained this dungeon," explained the Navigator in their minds, offering a plausible reason.
As they entered another chamber, Bai Suzhen, leading the group, suddenly stopped. Her eyes narrowed at the sight of scattered bones, some of which still bore traces of dark magic.
