The group pressed forward, their steps echoing through the dimly lit passageways. The collapse of the labyrinth behind them had provided a brief respite, but the oppressive energy of the Abyss lingered, a constant reminder of the dangers ahead.
Daniel's system chimed faintly, the sound barely audible over the ambient hum of the Abyss.
[System Notification: Abyssal Energy Residual Detected. Interference Level: Moderate.]
"Residual energy?" Mira asked, glancing at the notification on Daniel's system. "That explains why it feels like the air itself is weighing us down."
"This entire place is designed to wear us down, physically and mentally," Velyra said, her grip on her sword tightening. "We need to conserve our strength. The real challenges are still ahead.
