"Prophet of Truth"

"..."

Standing before the oval entrance that emitted a faint blue glow, Sui Meng suddenly raised a hand, signaling the Formation Breaker squad behind him to halt.

"You will remain here."

His voice came through the helmet comms, leaving no room for doubt. "The conditions inside the tunnel are unknown, and space may be limited. More people would only make it harder to maneuver. Keep communications open and be ready to provide support at any time."

"Father, please allow us to—"

The Formation Breaker captain had just begun to insist when Sui Meng raised his hand again, cutting him off.

"Carry out the order."

Those four simple words carried the unquestionable authority of a Primarch.

The Formation Breakers immediately straightened, striking their fists to their chests in obedience.

They swiftly established a defensive formation at the entrance. The low hum of activated power weapons echoed through the scorching tunnel.

Sui Meng took a deep breath. A faint psychic aura circulated around him, providing his Power Armor with additional protection.

Thud, thud!

He stepped forward and entered the unknown blue radiance alone.

Upon first entering the tunnel, the surroundings still retained the rough feel of a natural cave. Only the temperature was abnormally high, and the rock walls bore a dark-red hue from prolonged exposure to intense heat.

Yet as he continued deeper, the scenery around him began to change in subtle but persistent ways.

The ground beneath his feet gradually became level. It was no longer uneven natural stone, but possessed the smooth texture of something carefully polished.

The walls on either side also began to reveal traces of artificial construction. Their edges were sharp, their seams perfectly fitted, and they were made of a dark material that gleamed with metallic luster. If touched, it would likely feel both icy