"I-I wasn't hiding it, honored master!" Vex stammered, sensing the lethal shift in the air. "Your humble servant would never dare."
"The exit to the cavern is guarded by a horde of powerful Fel-reavers. They were once the vassal of a lord," he explained in a rush. "For reasons I don't understand, they've sealed the entrance. Nothing gets in, and nothing gets out."
Orion remained silent. Based on Vex's report, he could already piece together the puzzle. This entire tributary of the Abyss had been Gareth's private garden, which meant the Fel-reavers were likely her former minions, acting as gatekeepers. With Gareth's death, they were now free. Seizing control of the cavern was the logical next step—a way to secure their own safety and slowly build their strength.
Demons like Vex were basically their cattle, being fattened for the slaughter.
"Lead the way," Orion commanded after a moment's thought. "We're going to the first layer."
