Days or weeks passed in the swamp until Jaeden stumbled upon the entrance to a forgotten ruin, revealed by the light of his Star Pendant. The ancient structure loomed ahead, draped in moss and half-submerged in murky water, exuding an air of mystery and age. Despite the oppressive atmosphere and the unpleasant scents surrounding him, Jaeden felt a sense of lightness and curiosity. He approached the entrance, determined to explore what lay within.

As he descended into the darkness, the temperature dropped, and the Star Pendant flickered, barely cutting through the oppressive shadows. Jaeden suddenly experienced a vertiginous sensation as the entrance vanished behind him, replaced by an endless void. System messages indicated he had entered a rift to another dimension, and Jaeden realized he was not alone—his new ability, Life Sense, awakened, allowing him to detect living plants and animals around him.

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While he navigated the dark passage, he noted glowing patches of moss that hinted at the life within the ruins. However, his sense of peace was shattered by a sudden clatter further down the passage. Jaeden gripped his sword, shifting into survival mode, aware that the unknown depths held both treasures and dangers.