Round 210

Merrin's eyes widened as she spotted the faint glow emerging from the creature's mouth, her mind racing with possibilities. A secret passage? Or some kind of trap? She knew they were running out of time, but she also knew that rushing into an unknown situation could be just as dangerous as waiting for the water to rise even higher. With a deep breath, Merrin began to edge her way towards the opening, her iron bar held at the ready as she scanned the area for any signs of movement or danger.

As she drew closer, the glow intensified, revealing a narrow tunnel that seemed to lead deeper into the structure. The water was already lapping at her ankles now, its cold bite sending shivers up her spine. She knew she had to make a decision quickly - try to find a way around this new obstacle or brave the depths and hope the passage led somewhere safe.