Moving farther into the cave, the darkness enveloped us like a smothering blanket, our footsteps resonating menacingly against the chilly stone floor. I could feel the shadows looming over us, a real presence that appeared to eat everything in its path.
Leading the route was Ethan, who kept his g*n ready and looked about him for any indication of impending danger. Low and urgent, he said, "Keep your guard up." In these depths, we have no idea what awaits us.
Ava gave her approval, then trailed closely after him, her eyes narrowing with mistrust. With a hand resting uneasy on the hilt of her sword, she said, "We can't afford to let our guard down. "What atrocities lie in wait is unknown."
Cole, though, was having trouble keeping his cool after our terrifying trip. Fear-stricken, he said,
