Chapter 44: Too Late

As River descended, he enveloped himself in a protective Bubble, slowing his fall with practiced ease. The shimmering membrane distorted the wind around him, softening the impact as his boots finally touched the cracked, mana-infused earth.

Landing in a crouch, he turned his gaze toward the distant explosion, now fading into silence. The aftermath of his escape from Nolan was still lingering in the air—residual sparks of golden flame, drifting dust, and warped air from the clash.

He didn't linger.

Spinning on his heel, River broke into a run, dashing through the uneven terrain of the dungeon floor. His direction was clear: the heart of the dungeon, where the Dungeon Boss resided.

To close a Dungeon, one must defeat the Boss.