That mysterious portal slowly materialized, exuding a strange, pulsating glow as if it possessed a life of its own, seemingly issuing a mystical call for everyone to enter. Lin Chen gazed at the portal, a surge of intense curiosity and anticipation rising within him, though he remained thoroughly on guard.
"Everyone, be careful! We have no idea where this portal leads, and there could be unknown dangers ahead," Lin Chen shouted to warn his companions, his voice echoing through the silent Secret Chamber.
Yet, faced with such immense temptation, the others had long since been blinded by greed. Before Lin Chen's voice had even faded, a burly, thick-set man rushed impetuously into the portal, a fanatical gleam in his eyes as if he already saw countless treasures beckoning to him.
Chapter 26