Adrian's calm yet resolute words were interrupted by a booming voice from the shadows.

"I must admit, you're quite clever," the voice rumbled. "But what you've figured out is merely the surface. From now on, the true contest begins. Who lives, who dies? Who wins, who loses? That will depend entirely on your strength."

The thunderous declaration sent chills down the spines of everyone present.

The hidden figure exuded an aura of absolute dominance, treating Adrian and his companions as mere pawns in a trivial struggle between ants.

Adrian scanned his surroundings icily. He understood all too well that they were insignificant to this unseen enemy.

The only option was to press forward, fight, and carve a path out of this place.

"Sir Adrian, what should we do now? It's clear this hidden figure has us entirely under his control," Tyler asked anxiously.

"Focus on strengthening yourselves. Everything else is secondary," Adrian replied.

He knew dwelling on their helplessness would onl