South East Asia Chronicles: Hidden Pursuits — Part 3
<p>The sensation of falling was paralyzing, a free-fall through void and shadow. But just as abruptly, I found myself submerged in water — icy cold, a sharp contrast to the tropical warmth. Gasping for breath, I emerged into what appeared to be a subterranean lagoon, its ceiling illuminated by phosphorescent algae painting a stellar tableau above. The atmosphere was thick, the silence even more profound than on the beach.</p>
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<p>Stumbling onto the lagoon’s edge, I realized this wasn’t just any cave. Ancient murals adorned the walls, depicting stories of a time long past, of villagers, rituals, and a coexistence with a powerful entity guarding the cove.</p>
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