The deeper they went into the warehouse, the more oppressive the atmosphere became. The dimly lit halls twisted and turned in confusing directions, each room more unnerving than the last. There was a sense of foreboding in the air, as though something monstrous lay just beneath the surface, waiting to break free.
They passed through several locked doors, each more securely guarded than the last. The man, who had introduced himself as one of Zayden's enforcers, remained silent as they followed him. Riley could feel the weight of the situation pressing down on her with every step, but she kept her focus. Zayden needed her, and that was enough to keep her moving forward.
Finally, they reached a large, steel-reinforced door. The man turned to them, his expression unreadable. "This is as far as I go. Beyond this point, you'll be on your own. If you truly want Zayden, you'll have to face the consequences."
Lara stepped forward, her voice cold and steady. "We understand."
With that, the man stepped aside, allowing them to approach the door. Riley reached for the handle, her heart thudding in her chest. She wasn't sure what they were walking into, but one thing was certain—this was the moment everything would change.
As the door creaked open, Riley's breath caught in her throat. What lay beyond was a world she wasn't prepared for.