The Great Divide

After the chaotic secret meeting in the warehouse, Lucas and his team regrouped at The Silver Chalice Inn. Their faces showed weariness, but also a stronger determination than before. They now knew that they couldn't face this alone. The traitors within Eldoria had shown that they were willing to do anything to achieve their goals."We need to find allies," Lucas said firmly, breaking the silence that enveloped the room. "If we fight them alone, we will lose. But if we can get support from powerful and influential people, we might have a chance."Evelyn nodded thoughtfully. "You're right. We need more than just our own strength to face this. But the question is, who can we trust?"Finn glanced at Lucas doubtfully. "You're not thinking about seeking help from the Abyss Watchers, are you? They are known as a group that doesn't want to be involved in the affairs of the upper or lower worlds.""Precisely because they are impartial," Lucas replied. "They maintain the balance between the upper and lower worlds. And if anyone can help us defeat the Abyssal Rebellion and prevent a great war, it's them."Kael shrugged. "That's a good idea, but how can we meet them? They are not known to socialize with anyone, let alone allow outsiders into their territory.""I have some clues," said Lucas as he opened the map on the table. "According to the notes we got from Lord Carver's house, there's a meeting location between the two worlds at the border they call the Abyssal Gate. If we can go there, maybe we can attract their attention."Evelyn smiled thinly. "And how do you intend to attract the attention of a group of shadow warriors who might see us as a threat?"Lucas smiled back. "We'll pray that they see us as potential allies, not enemies."With the decision made, the team began to prepare for their journey. They had to leave the comfort of Eldoria and head to a more dangerous region where the upper and lower worlds met. After packing their equipment and making sure they had enough supplies, they began their journey to the Abyssal Gate.Several days passed as they struggled through difficult terrain. The area around the border began to feel strange and dangerous, with thick fog covering the roads and strange noises whispering among the trees. However, they continued to move forward."This is a very creepy place," said Finn, rubbing his arms to ward off the creeping cold. "I can feel something wrong here.""This is the border between the upper and lower worlds," Kael replied seriously. "Nothing is normal in this place. We have to stay alert."After several hours of walking through the fog, they finally arrived at a large chasm that separated the land. In the middle, a large gate made of black stone stood tall with ancient ornaments and mysterious symbols carved on its surface."That's the Abyssal Gate," whispered Evelyn. "That's where our world and the underworld almost touch."Lucas stepped forward, feeling the air around him getting colder. "We have to call them. But I don't know if this will work."Standing in front of the gate, Lucas raised his hand and shouted loudly."We come in peace! We seek the Abyss Watchers! We need your help!"A terrifying silence enveloped them for a few seconds that felt like forever. But suddenly, the fog around them began to move, gathering around the gate. From within the fog, dark-robed figures with helmets resembling shadow faces emerged one by one. They held swords and spears, their eyes glowing with a faint red light behind their helmets."Who dares to come here, in the territory of the Abyss Watchers?" a deep and heavy voice came from one of them, who seemed to be the leader of the group.Lucas raised both his hands cautiously, showing that he was unarmed."My name is Lucas, and this is my team. We are not enemies. We seek your help to stop the rebellion from the underworld known as the Abyssal Rebellion."The leader of the Abyss Watchers looked at them with a sharp gaze."Why should we care about the affairs of the upper world? We only maintain balance.""Because this time, both the upper and lower worlds are in danger," Lucas replied. "If the Abyssal Rebellion succeeds, they will destroy that balance and bring a great war between the two worlds. You swore to maintain balance. We need your help to stop this."The robed figure thought for a moment, then stepped forward."Your words are full of determination, young man. But to prove that you are worthy of being our allies, you must pass a test.""What kind of test?" Evelyn asked, looking at the Abyss Watchers with caution."A test of courage and strength," the leader replied."We will take you to a place known as the Void of Shadows, where the deepest darkness meets the last light. If you can survive there and show that you have true courage, we will listen to you further."Lucas looked at his team, and they all nodded."We accept your test," he said firmly.The Abyss Watchers opened the large gate, and black fog flowed out from inside, covering the entrance."Enter. But remember, not everyone comes out alive."Lucas and his team swallowed hard, but they did not hesitate. They stepped forward, entering the gate that led them into the darkness of the Void of Shadows. As the gate closed behind them, they knew that their greatest challenge had just begun."If the Abyssal Rebellion succeeds, they will destroy that balance and bring a great war between the two worlds. You swore to maintain balance. We need your help to stop this."The robed figure thought for a moment, then stepped forward."Your words are full of determination, young man. But to prove that you are worthy of being our allies, you must pass a test.""What kind of test?" Evelyn asked, looking at the Abyss Watchers with caution."A test of courage and strength," the leader replied."We will take you to a place known as the Void of Shadows, where the deepest darkness meets the last light. If you can survive there and show that you have true courage, we will listen to you further."Lucas looked at his team, and they all nodded."We accept your test," he said firmly.The Abyss Watchers opened the large gate, and black fog flowed out from inside, covering the entrance."Enter. But remember, not everyone comes out alive."Lucas and his team swallowed hard, but they did not hesitate. They stepped forward, entering the gate that led them into the darkness of the Void of Shadows. As the gate closed behind them, they knew that their greatest challenge had just begun."If the Abyssal Rebellion succeeds, they will destroy that balance and bring a great war between the two worlds. You swore to maintain balance. We need your help to stop this."The robed figure thought for a moment, then stepped forward."Your words are full of determination, young man. But to prove that you are worthy of being our allies, you must pass a test.""What kind of test?" Evelyn asked, looking at the Abyss Watchers with caution."A test of courage and strength," the leader replied."We will take you to a place known as the Void of Shadows, where the deepest darkness meets the last light. If you can survive there and show that you have true courage, we will listen to you further."Lucas looked at his team, and they all nodded."We accept your test," he said firmly.The Abyss Watchers opened the large gate, and black fog flowed out from inside, covering the entrance."Enter. But remember, not everyone comes out alive."Lucas and his team swallowed hard, but they did not hesitate. They stepped forward, entering the gate that led them into the darkness of the Void of Shadows. As the gate closed behind them, they knew that their greatest challenge had just begun.