Rising from the Ashes BY Only For You

Stepping out of the passage, they found themselves on a narrow stone walkway. Above them stretched a massive natural cave with water dripping steadily from the ceiling, while the strange, multicolored lights reflected off the cave's rock formations, creating an unexpectedly beautiful sight.

The rushing sound of water came from beneath their feet. When Andrew peered down, he spotted a substantial underground river flowing rapidly below them.

Shining his flashlight downward, he saw steam rising from the water's surface, making it impossible to determine the depth. He could estimate that the river was about 15 feet wide-a fairly large underground waterway.

"There's such a strong sulfur smell! This river water must be from a natural hot spring—I'd love to take a dip!" Chantelle exclaimed, her feminine nature showing as she smiled at the sight of water.

Andrew shook his head and warned, "Underground river water has very complex chemical compositions. There might be toxic substances in it, so forget about hot spring bathing, and let's keep moving."

"Should we go left or right?" Kevin asked.

Andrew examined both directions the right walkway extended downstream along the dark river to an unknown destination, while the left path led upstream.

"Left," he decided immediately and started walking in that direction.

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rolled his eyes and replied, "If I had chosen right, would you have asked why

annoyance and said, "You're absolutely right—I just

upstream from the dark river. If it were downstream, it could be eroded or even flooded by the flowing water-it's

offered a compliment:

you do!" Andrew

was frustrated but could not think of a comeback. Kevin grew impatient and said, "Hurry up, you two! If you're

retorted coldly, "Mr. Wright Senior, please

continued, "Did I say something wrong? Ms. Garcia, haven't

how ruffled you're now. I'm starting to wonder if Andy has gotten under your skin in more ways

Chantelle shouted

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river was surprisingly long. He estimated that if they kept walking, they would probably emerge beyond the mountains

for their lives or facing dangerous situations, Andrew had completely lost track of time. Whether it was day or night outside had become meaningless