They passed through the clouds, and a stretch of dark green, primeval mountains came into view.
Deep within the mountains, a massive rift tore the earth open. A poisonous miasma filled the valley, glowing an ominous emerald green.
"Stand by at the mouth of the valley."
Raylo gave the order and gently patted Baofeng's neck.
Baofeng understood and landed smoothly on a clearing at the canyon's edge.
The Griffin Knights all reined in their mounts. They quickly formed a temporary defensive formation, their eyes vigilantly scanning the surroundings.
"My lord, should we…"
A Personal Guard stepped forward.
"That won't be necessary. I'm going in alone."
Raylo waved his hand dismissively and leaped off Baofeng's back.
He rested his hand on the hilt of the Divine Weapon Broken Flow at his waist and walked toward the poisonous miasma.
Raylo smiled, then stepped into the poisonous miasma.
