34.3 Systems?

Stepping inside the manor, the very air of the atmosphere seemingly changed from the usual dark and dreary to an even more darker and downright creepy vibe. Everywhere I looked, the very walls seemed like they were about to fall off and leak dark goop all over the floor, just to drive home the fact that we were walking into an utterly alien environment.

"Keep calm," I drawled out, more to myself than for the rest as I gripped my pistols tighter. "We still don't know what's lurking behind these walls and floors."

A silent nod of approval went throughout the party. Cautiously, Maruki led the charge, his metal boots stepping across the creaky wooden floor as we went inside the main lobby of the manor. From there, we were presented with two options.

"Up or down, huh..."