Lao Zhang gently turned the pages and examined them carefully. "This spell book does contain many spells, but most of them require specific materials or rituals to be performed. In our current situation, it is difficult to meet these conditions."

Everyone couldn't help but reveal a hint of disappointment when they heard this. They knew that this meant they still needed to continue looking for a way to lift the curse.

"However," Old Zhang changed the subject, "this spell book also mentions a mysterious power that is said to be able to purify all evil. Although the book does not record in detail how to obtain this power, we can try to find clues to it."

"Mysterious power? It sounds so powerful!" a team member said excitedly, his eyes gleaming with anticipation.

Lao Zhang smiled and nodded: "Yes, if we can find this kind of power, perhaps we can completely remove the curse from everyone."

"Then let's set off now!" Another team member stood up impatiently, his face full of eagerness and determination.

Lao Zhang shook his head and motioned him to sit down: "No hurry, the most important thing for us now is to get a good rest and recover our strength. Otherwise, even if we find that kind of power, we won't be able to use it."

Everyone nodded in agreement after hearing this. They knew that what Lao Zhang said was true, and only by maintaining sufficient physical strength could they better cope with the next challenge.

So they sat around the campfire, roasting food and chatting. In the warm firelight, their bodies and minds gradually relaxed, as if they had temporarily forgotten the shadow of the curse.

However, just when they relaxed their vigilance, a slight sound broke the tranquility of the night. Everyone immediately became alert, tightened their weapons, and looked around vigilantly.

"What is it?" Lao Zhang asked in a low voice, with a hint of majesty in his voice.

"I don't know, it sounds like... footsteps?" a team member answered, his voice trembling a little.

Everyone became even more nervous after hearing this. They knew that in this dangerous world, any slight sound could mean a potential threat.

The footsteps were getting closer and closer, as if something was approaching them. Everyone's heartbeats quickened and their breathing became rapid. Just then, a figure suddenly walked out of the darkness and staggered towards them.

"Help...Help!" the man shouted as he ran, his voice full of fear and despair.

When they looked closely, they found that it was a stranger who was exploring like them. His clothes were ragged and his face was covered with scars, which showed that he had gone through a lot of hardships.

"Hurry! Save me! I'm being chased by ghosts!" The stranger ran in front of the crowd, collapsed on the ground, and said breathlessly.

Lao Zhang quickly stepped forward and pulled him up: "Don't panic, tell us what happened?"

The stranger trembled and told everyone his story in detail. It turned out that he was also an explorer who accidentally angered the ghosts during the exploration and was chased here by them.

"Ghosts? There are indeed ghosts here!" One of the team members couldn't help but show a look of horror when he heard this.

Lao Zhang seemed unusually calm: "Don't be afraid, we have already repelled the ghosts and lifted the curse. As long as we unite as one, we will definitely be able to defeat them again!"

Hearing this, everyone nodded in agreement. They knew that at this moment they had to remain calm and united in order to jointly deal with the potential threat.

Lao Zhang turned to look at the stranger: "Don't worry, we will protect you. However, you need to rest and recover your strength now."

The stranger nodded gratefully: "Thank you! Thank you for saving me!"

So, everyone helped the stranger to sit down by the campfire and fed him some food and water. In the warm firelight, his face gradually regained its rosy color and his spirits became better.

"Oh, right," Lao Zhang suddenly remembered something, "since you are also an explorer, have you ever heard of a mysterious power that can purify evil?"

The stranger's eyes flashed with surprise when he heard this: "Mysterious power? I...I seem to have heard some legends. It is said that there is a mysterious mountain in the far east, and on the mountain is hidden a power that can purify all evil. However, it is full of dangers and unknowns, and few people dare to explore it."

"Mysterious mountain in the east?" Lao Zhang muttered to himself, his eyes flickering with thought. "It seems we have to change our plan."

Hearing this, everyone looked at Lao Zhang, waiting for his decision. Lao Zhang pondered for a moment and said, "Our original plan was to find a way to lift the curse, but now it seems that this mysterious power may be our savior. So, I decided to change the plan and go to the mysterious mountain in the east to look for that power."

"But...it's full of dangers and unknowns there!" a team member said worriedly.

Lao Zhang smiled and shook his head: "I know, but that's exactly why we have to go on adventures. Only by experiencing danger and the unknown can we gain true growth and strength."

Everyone nodded in agreement after hearing what he said. They knew that what Lao Zhang said was true, and that only by facing challenges bravely could one overcome all difficulties.

So, they decided to set out early the next morning to head for the mysterious mountain in the east. Before setting off, they made full preparations and brought enough food and water, as well as necessary exploration tools.

The next morning, when the first ray of sunlight penetrated the clouds and shone on the earth, they set out on their journey to the mysterious mountain in the east. Along the way, they passed through dense forests, climbed steep mountains, and crossed turbulent rivers. Although the journey was full of hardships and dangers, they always maintained firm faith and courage.

After several days of trekking, they finally arrived at the foot of the mysterious mountain. Looking up, they saw that the mountain was soaring into the clouds, as if it reached the sky. The mountain was shrouded in clouds and mist, and some strange scenes could be vaguely seen.

"Is this... the legendary mysterious mountain?" a team member exclaimed, curiosity and awe flashing in his eyes.

Lao Zhang nodded: "Yes, this is the place we are looking for. However, the mountain is full of unknowns and dangers, so we must be careful."

So they began to climb along the winding mountain road. Along the way, they encountered all kinds of strange creatures and scenes, some of which were amazing, and some were creepy. But they always remained calm and vigilant, and moved towards the top of the mountain step by step.

Finally, after going through countless hardships and dangers, they reached the top of the mountain. There was a wide open space on the top of the mountain, and an ancient altar stood on the open space. The altar was engraved with mysterious runes and patterns, as if it contained some powerful power.

"Is this... the place where that mysterious power is?" Old Zhang muttered to himself, his eyes flashing with anticipation and awe.

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