I am the Holy Poisoner, the Empress advised me to calm down

Sure enough, at the moment when the tremor reached its peak, a huge figure suddenly rushed out of the ground - it was a giant lizard that was several times taller than an ordinary building and had a surface as hard as stone!

"Is this... an earth elemental giant?" The knowledgeable Shadow was briefly stunned before quickly reacting, "Everyone, spread out! Coordinate!"

The audience burst into exclamations:

-"Oh my god, how can I beat it when it's so big!"

-"Oh my god, they're so calm and composed in the face of such a terrifying thing!"

-"Look, look at that blue light that the girl over there threw. It's really beautiful..."

As the battle gradually reached its climax, Reynal just stood there quietly, watching everything with interest: "What interesting kids..." His words were full of appreciation, but there seemed to be a deeper meaning hidden in them.

Finally, after countless life-or-death struggles, everyone worked together to finally defeat this incredibly powerful enemy. "Great, we did it!" Xiao Wang was so excited that he almost jumped up and hugged everyone.

Just when everyone was calming down a bit, the man who claimed to be the lord broke the brief silence:

-"Congratulations on passing my assessment. But in fact, the real journey has just begun... Want to know what will happen next? Then follow me." Raynar turned and pointed to the depths of a dense and unknown forest.

-"More secrets will be revealed there, and it will also bring unprecedented challenges. But don't worry," he smiled mysteriously, "if you are brave and smart enough."

Looking at those meaningful eyes and the finger pointing toward the darkness ahead, Youying and the others exchanged a resolute look. "Well, let's see what miracles lie ahead!" She took the lead and followed the figure leading the way.

And so, this team, having weathered countless trials and become stronger and more resilient, embarked on a new journey, leaving behind countless gazes of wonder and well-wishes... And what fascinating stories awaited them in the future? As the team journeyed deeper into the unknown and dense forest, everything around them seemed to grow even quieter, even the sound of breathing becoming audible. Sunlight filtered through the gaps between the treetops, dappling the ground and adding a touch of mystery to the entire journey.

"Hey, have you heard? Those people went to that ancient forest!" The voices of a pair of young villagers talking came from not far away.

"I really admire them. According to legend, there are many terrible monsters living in that place." Another person sighed, his words full of admiration and a hint of worry.

Just as the locals said, soon after entering this unexplored land, the explorers encountered their first real challenge - a winding, bottomless crack blocked their way.

"This is troublesome," Zhao Yan frowned as he looked at the obstacle ahead, complaining, "How are we going to get through?" Just as he finished speaking, he saw Reynal lightly leap over the seemingly insurmountable obstacle, turning back and smiling at everyone:

-"Take a brave step forward! Remember, only those with firm convictions can go further."

Inspired, Liu Tao leaped over right after him, and then the others followed suit. Although a few nearly fell from nervousness, everyone ultimately overcame the challenge. "It seems our teamwork is getting better and better," Li Wen said with a smile, dusting himself off.

After a long and arduous journey, the view suddenly opened up—a magnificent and bizarre ruin appeared before everyone. At this time, some onlookers began to whisper:

-"Wow, look how spectacular it is over there!" A middle-aged man pointed in the direction in amazement;

"Grandpa told me this was where the Elf King built his palace," the little girl beside him added with longing, "I never thought such a magical place really existed!"

Just as everyone was about to explore, Shadow suddenly stopped and turned to look at Raynal and asked, "Sir, can you tell us the purpose of this trip?" There was a flash of doubt and alertness in her eyes.

Faced with the direct question, the latter did not rush to answer. Instead, he slowly paced around the building and thought for a while before speaking:

- "Actually... there lies a secret that could overturn the world order." His words were like a stone thrown into a lake, creating ripples that left the surroundings silent except for the sound of heartbeats.

"But it's also extremely dangerous. A single mistake could lead to disaster. So before that, I must confirm whether you have enough strength and courage to continue."

Upon hearing this, the team members who had been waiting and watching all showed serious expressions. "No matter how difficult it is, since we've chosen the distant journey, we must go through it, right?" Li Wen was the first to break the silence and express his support.

"That's right! Nothing is more important than uncovering the truth!" Zhao Yan echoed.

Seeing everyone's high morale and fearlessness, Ferens nodded in satisfaction and said, "Excellent! This kind of attitude will help you complete the mission!"

Thus, under the guidance of the lord, this motivated team finally entered the maze-like structure hidden inside the ancient building and began to search for the power that was said to rewrite the course of history...

Just as everyone was immersed in the treasure hunt, a sudden, shrill laugh shattered the rare tranquility. "Hahahaha, I never thought someone would dare to break in here in search of the legendary secret. They're truly overestimating their abilities!" The voice came from a shadowy corner, as a man wrapped in a black cloak gradually emerged.

"Hey, big brother, what are you saying?" Li Wen raised an eyebrow and looked at the other party, responding without showing any weakness. "Don't tell me you also want to find some treasure, but you can't find the entrance, so you have to squat here?"

The man in black's face darkened at this. "How dare you, you brat, mock me..." He hadn't finished his words when Renard gently raised his hand, quelling any further arguments. "You two have gathered here for the same goal. How about working together? I believe this will be more efficient."

Faced with this suggestion, the two, though each harboring their own concerns, refused to refuse, temporarily forming a strange alliance and continuing on their journey. However, it became clear that this sudden collaboration wasn't entirely out of goodwill, and a more complex situation awaited them in the future... Deep within the ruins, the team explored along the narrow, winding path, the air around them growing thinner. Every brick and tile seemed to whisper, telling of its past glory and decline. Amidst this tense and uncertain atmosphere, a subtle sound caught everyone's attention—something seemed to be quietly approaching.