Chapter 15
The Labyrinth finally released us into a central chamber, its ceilings high and shadowed, walls pulsating with eerie golden light. My gloves tingled constantly, every instinct screaming do not get careless. The shadows lingered even after Hannibal disappeared—like ghosts of his presence.
Viveron whispered from my side, "Countess... energy spikes are stabilizing, but there's still... something. Someone else might be here."
I glanced around, eyes narrowing. "Another trap?" My voice calm, gloves flexing. Or... someone's watching.
Portgas grunted, flames flickering nervously. "I... I don't see anyone."
Athanasius appeared behind me, eyes piercing, green glowing faintly under the light. "Doesn't mean you're safe. Labyrinths have layers... illusions, surveillance, and worse."
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