C1131 It's Time to Pay the Price

As the two had mentioned, a peculiar sweet fragrance indeed permeated the temple's interior.

At first, the scent was reminiscent of blooming orchids—rich, fragrant, and invigorating. Yet, prolonged exposure rendered it cloyingly sweet, causing a subtle nausea.

More alarming, however, was the effect this fragrance had on the crowd. Many felt their limbs weaken and their bodies tire