The dark tunnel where Oliver stood was crumbling from within, a consequence of the seismic activity unleashed by the gate. The surrounding area lay in shambles, walls collapsing inward to reveal raw earth and mud. Everything within mingled with the stagnant sewer water, intensifying the already foul stench.
Once the rodents around him were slain, Oliver lifted his head to look around. The dark, decrepit tunnel extended towards his front while the remaining part behind him crumbled inwards. There was nowhere to go except to the front.
"Ah! Rats…" Oliver muttered, scratching his head in dismay. The prospect of once again diving into the sewers to exterminate the vermin was hardly a cause for joy.
With a deep sigh, Oliver immediately lashed out with his blood tentacles, slamming them against the already weakened ceiling.
*Thump*
The heavy impact caused the remaining support structure to give way, triggering a further collapse of the surrounding area.
