Buried Door Sat Hidden for Decades — Then a Crew Finally Opened It

The team splitting up

Some had reached their limit. Mark, one of the youngest, muttered, “I’m not staying down here another second,” and turned around. A few followed, panic in their eyes. Their retreat echoed loudly as they scrambled back. Carl didn’t stop them. He understood. Bravery couldn’t be forced—and fear down here was more dangerous than any physical threat.