Chapter 11: The Heart of Darkness
The shadow led Darren to a vast, open chamber. Unlike the others, this one was lit by the soft glow of Abyssal crystals embedded in the walls. In the center of the room, a massive altar sat, pulsating with dark energy. Above it, a swirling vortex of Abyssal energy hovered, crackling with power.Darren could feel it—the source of the corruption.His breath caught in his throat as he realized what he was looking at. This was the heart of the Abyssal Labyrinth, the place where the corruption was born. If he could destroy it, perhaps he could free himself from the grip of the Abyss.The shadow figure stood silently beside him, waiting for his next move.But the power that radiated from the altar was overwhelming. Could he truly destroy it?