Rise of the Orphaned Hero

Chapter 17: Into the Underworld

Chapter 17: Into the Underworld

Xander, Lillia, Sophie, and the old man sage walked through the eerie, dimly lit corridors of the Underworld. The air was thick with the stench of sulfur and brimstone, and the ground beneath their feet felt unnaturally cold.

Xander led the way, his sword at the ready, while Lillia and Sophie followed closely behind. The old man sage walked beside them, his staff glowing softly in the darkness.

As they turned a corner, they were suddenly faced with a massive, snarling demon, its eyes blazing with fury.

Xander tightened his grip on his sword, ready to fight. "Stay back," he warned Lillia and Sophie. "I'll handle this."

The demon let out a deafening roar, its massive claws slashing through the air. Xander dodged its attacks, darting in and out of range as he swung his sword.

Lillia and Sophie watched in awe as Xander battled the demon, his movements swift and graceful. The old man sage stood back, his eyes closed as he muttered an incantation under his br