CHAPTER 10:The Shadow Guide

Chapter 10: The Shadow Guide

Darren had barely walked a hundred steps when the shadows along the walls began to move. At first, he thought it was a trick of his tired mind, but then one of them peeled away from the wall, taking on a humanoid form. It was tall and thin, its face obscured, its body seemingly made of pure darkness.It didn't attack.Instead, it stood silently, watching him."Who are you?" Darren asked, his voice barely a whisper.The shadow figure did not respond with words. Instead, it gestured for him to follow. Darren hesitated but sensed no immediate danger. His "Sense Danger" ability remained quiet, even though everything about this situation screamed otherwise.With no other options, Darren followed the shadow. It led him through twisting corridors and down spiral staircases that seemed to go on forever. Wherever they were going, it was deep—deep into the heart of the Labyrinth.The further they went, the colder the air became, and Darren knew the answers he sought were close.