The moment Anthony's car pierced through the hole in the wall, the world around him plunged into complete darkness, swallowing him whole. For a heartbeat, it felt as if he had been erased from existence. Still suspended midair, his headlights flickered on automatically, twin beams cutting through the oppressive black like hot knives through butter. Dust particles danced in the shafts of light, revealing just how suffocating the cavern's darkness really was.
CRASH!
His undercarriage slammed violently against stone, sand, and packed earth. The impact jarred the frame of the vehicle, sparks flying as metal scraped rock. The tires tore into the rough ground below, sending dirt and grit scattering in all directions. Anthony gripped the steering wheel tighter, knuckles whitening, but his lips curved into a grin. He steadied the car with calm efficiency, refusing to let the violent landing rob him of momentum.
