As Adrian and Zector plunged into the rift, they were immediately met with a violent onslaught of waves that crashed down with overwhelming force, like a mountain descending upon them. They struggled to catch their breath amidst the suffocating pressure.

"Such impact… I thrive on it!" Adrian exclaimed, his resolve hardened by the intense turbulence. He activated his Vital Energy once more, shaping a potent sword essence. The blade Adrian conjured seemed capable of cleaving through clouds and sunlight alike, cutting through anything in its path.

"If you’re going all out, count me in," Zector declared with a chuckle. He unleashed his own formidable combat prowess and kept pace closely behind Adrian.

Navigating through the tumultuous wind and waves, they descended deeper into the rift. Soon, darkness enveloped them completely, so dense that they couldn't see their own hands stretched out before them.

As Adrian and Zector descended deeper into the legendary underwater ruins, they felt