It seems the entire world has lost its light, with nothing but indistinguishable darkness in sight. Eve walked within the dark passage, still hoping for the arrival of light. Just as Lorenzo said, when someone who has dwelt in darkness for a long time sees the light, it would be a kind of hysterical madness.
Lorenzo and Eve were now in a deeper part, and since the Stomach Chewing Grass escaped its restraints, the two of them hadn't stopped moving until they arrived here.
The great detective was unsure of where exactly they were. Deadly silence and pitch blackness surrounded them, making it impossible to discern direction, while at this moment, maddening sounds constantly echoed.
The sounds came from behind the walls—strange and indescribable, sending shivers down the spine. It seemed as if a thousand steel needles were gently scratching against the walls, or like countless venomous snakes slithering, producing a rustling noise.
