Rising from the Ashes (Andrew) novel Chapter 2817

Mount Lourneau's Harmony Cavern sat before them, and Andrew lifted his head to take in the sight of the dark, endless tunnel. Nothing on either side looked unusual, yet the pitch-black interior swallowed all light and gave off a chilling, unnatural darkness.

Two martial saint-level apprentices guarded the entrance year-round, and once they confirmed Andrew had come under Roman's orders, they asked no further questions.

However, one of them still warned him, "Sir, the cave is extremely dangerous inside. The illusions strike from your deepest fears, and every one of them can kill. And entering with a body this injured… Forgive me for saying this, but you must think twice."

Andrew smiled. "Thank you for the warning, but I've made up my mind."

The apprentice nodded briefly and stepped aside.

Valerie spoke up worriedly. "This cave gives me the creeps, like something cold and sinister is lurking inside. Andrew, maybe we shouldn't go in. Let's try another way!"

Andrew shook his head. "Valerie, trust me. Using external force to break the seal on my energy core has already proven impossible. An opportunity like this is rare, and I have to take it. Looking across the entire Holtrien, this place might be my only shot. If I can't find Mr. Johnston, then I can't let any other opportunity slip by."

Valerie was still uneasy. "Just promise me you'll be careful. Remember, if there's any danger, call out, and I'll save you. Andrew, promise me you'll be okay, and nothing bad will happen."

Andrew nodded at her, signaling for Valerie to help position him at the cave entrance. Then, he struggled forward, moving slowly and with difficulty into the cave. A soft ripple brushed across his face like he was being pushed through water, and a cold shudder shot through him as the world instantly changed.

He found himself inside a warped, glowing, multicolored space, and when he turned back, the entrance and Valerie were completely gone. Taking a deep breath, Andrew forced himself forward into the unknown because he had to see for himself what made the Harmony Cavern so legendary.

However, before he could gather his thoughts, the space warped again, and someone suddenly appeared in front of him.

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