After descending the corridor, what they encountered
gradually began to exceed the trio's expectations.
The dungeon beneath the warden's mansion was not quite what Ronald had imagined—it wasn't as dark, damp, and dilapidated as a typical prison.
But it was only after actually making their way down did he realize this was not the case.
The stairs heading downward, in addition to their earthen structure, were covered with a layer of wooden planks, with metal components wrapped around the edges to stabilize the staircase.
At the same time, along both sides of the path, neat lighting fixtures were hung, providing appropriate illumination for this place untouched by sunlight.
Continuing roughly five meters down,
the staircase beneath their feet was also about to reach its end.
It was just then, Swift, following behind Ronald and Nicole, whispered:
"There are people below, one five meters to the left, another six meters to the right."