It was unclear when and by whom this underground palace had been constructed. The atmosphere inside was devoid of any vitality. Adrian's arrival seemed to disrupt this desolation, activating the stagnant energy in the surroundings.

Several muffled sounds echoed, and the vast hall gradually lit up with flickering flames. The once-dark hall now became illuminated with the warmth of light.

Adrian looked around and found nothing peculiar in this place. The entire hall appeared vacant, as if untouched for a very long time.

This emptiness puzzled Adrian. Why would this underground palace be so spacious? Furthermore, when he scanned the surroundings, he found nothing. It seemed like the place was truly empty.

If there was nothing here, why would the Supreme Master instruct him to come? Was he being played for a fool? Strange thoughts crossed Adrian's mind, but something unusual occurred just as he was feeling at a loss.

Adrian suddenly sensed a massive dark shadow not far from him. Thoug