C252 The Atmosphere Was Tense

Having just stepped back from the precipice of death, the First Prince swiftly composed himself. With a furrowed brow, he pushed aside the lingering trepidation in his heart and boldly ascended to the second level of the Sword Pagoda.

Upon entering, as before, a forbidding enchantment settled upon him.

General Ben Hu, also on the second floor, felt the weight of the increased pressure