25 Castle of Forgotten Echoes

The castle's corridors were dark, narrow, and deeply oppressive.

Zoe felt the weight of the stone around her, pressing in with every step.

Snacks padded beside her, his wings rustling softly.

At least she wasn't alone, and his presence brought some comfort—a little light in all the heavy gloom.

The air was thick, like it was trying to suffocate them, and the flickering torchlight barely helped. She felt on edge, like something could jump out at any moment.

Snacks glanced up at her every few steps, his eyes glowing faintly in the dim light as if sensing her unease.

At least her Snack Vault was there to keep her calm; just the idea of chocolate stashed safely away was enough to help her breathe a bit easier.

They moved cautiously, each of them scanning the shadows for movement.

The atmosphere felt as though it was about to crush them at any second.

Even Gavin, usually all optimism and bravery, had a wary glint in his eyes.