“If my estimations are accurate, the city descends to about 280 feet below the surface of the Earth,” Sofia explained, her voice filled with a mix of awe and concern. “However, we can’t gauge the stability of these tunnels. It might be prudent to seek additional help.”

Murat stared at Sofia, a bewildered expression marking his features. “280 feet below the Earth’s surface?!” He echoed her words, a shiver running down his spine as the enormity of their discovery truly began to sink in. He had thought he had a good grasp of the city’s extent, but now it seemed he had only scratched the surface. What more could lay hidden in these subterranean depths? The rooms he had already discovered had covered all the basic necessities of a fully-functioning city…

Before he had time to fully process this revelation, a soft, ominous crackling sound echoed through the tunnels. “What was that?!” Murat turned to Sofia, his voice high-pitched with anxiety, but he knew his question was futile. Sofia mirrored his unease, her eyes wide and alarmed. His heart pounded in his chest, an echo of the crackling sound. There was a dangerous element to this place, something they had yet to uncover…