The ancient stone door let out a dull groan, like a sigh echoing across a thousand years. Beyond the door lay a deep, dim corridor, its stone walls carved with ancient runes that emitted a faint glow, illuminating the path ahead.
I gripped the hilt of my sword tightly and stepped deeper into the corridor. The surrounding air grew heavier and heavier, as if an invisible force was squeezing my heart. My footsteps grew more sluggish, but the conviction in my heart grew only firmer.
After walking for I knew not how long, the view suddenly opened up. A spacious stone chamber appeared before me. In the center of the chamber floated a giant stone sword, its blade radiating a dazzling golden light that lit up the entire room.
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