Chapter 99. Marsh of Energy

The vehicle sank slowly.

"Step outside." Lancelot instructed.

Upon hearing Lancelot’s directive, Hubert opened the front door while others mirrored the action at the rear. Canis broke the silence: "Check the ground below. If it’s sinking too much, we’ll need another way."

"The ground is sinking, albeit not deeply. The real concern is not knowing the extent of the pit. If we rush out recklessly, we might end up trapped." came a voice of caution.

Phelan tentatively stepped on the subsiding ground, testing its stability. Despite the sinking, the ground maintained some firmness, suggesting it was still safe for traversal. Nathan nodded in agreement but voiced his concerns: "Regardless, we must venture out. With the weight of this vehicle, we’ll likely be trapped inside and meet our end within an hour."

Nathan’s words rang true. While sinking outside presented risks, being confined within the confines of the vehicle wo