Rise of the Otherworld.

Seeing the monster's abdominal wound, the crowd's morale was boosted, and their attacks became even more fierce. Unyielding fire burned in everyone's eyes, as if to burn away the endless exhaustion and fear.

Lin Yu's figure was as swift as the wind, constantly moving around the monster. His figure was as elusive as a ghost. Each movement was just right to avoid the monster's attack, while also successfully attracting its attention. "Concentrate your strength, don't stop!" Lin Yu shouted loudly. His voice was a little hoarse from the fierce battle, but it was like a war drum, inspiring everyone's fighting spirit.

The disciples gritted their teeth, channeling all their spiritual energy into their weapons and spells. Their gazes were resolute and determined, their faith unwavering even as their bodies reached their limits. Rays of light shot continuously towards the monster's wounds, embodying their rage, courage, and hope.

The monster roared in agony, its voice echoing through the air like thunder. Its attacks grew more frantic and chaotic, its massive claws flailing recklessly and the black flames gushing from its mouth intensifying. But the crowd refused to retreat, continuing their desperate resistance. They coordinated with one another, some defending, others attacking, forming a tight-knit fighting group.

Xiaoyaozi unleashed a powerful spell, forming hand seals and muttering something. Suddenly, the surrounding spiritual energy converged frantically on him, forming a massive sphere of light before him. "Go!" With a furious roar from Xiaoyaozi, the sphere of light, like a meteor, hurtled straight towards the monster's wound.

The monster shuddered, its movements momentarily pausing. At that moment, it was as if time had stopped, and the entire space fell into an eerie silence.

"Now!" Lin Yu saw the right moment and flew up. A dazzling light emanated from his body, and a long sword formed from spiritual power appeared in his hand. The long sword shone brightly, as if it could cut through everything in the world. Lin Yu used all his strength and stabbed the monster's wound fiercely.

"Puff!" The long sword sank into the monster's abdomen, and black blood gushed out like a fountain. The blood had a pungent smell that made people feel nauseous.

The monster let out a final, desperate roar, a voice filled with resentment and anger. Its massive body crashed to the ground, stirring up a cloud of dust. The ground shook violently under its weight, as if a small earthquake had occurred.

The crowd collapsed to the ground, gasping for breath. Their clothes were tattered, their bodies covered in wounds and blood. But their faces were filled with fatigue and joy, a sense of satisfaction and pride after defeating a powerful enemy.

"We finally defeated it..." a disciple said weakly, his voice trembling slightly but his eyes full of relief.

Lin Yu forced himself to stand up. His body was shaky, but his eyes remained firm. "Everyone, take a break first and see if there are any clues around here." His voice was weak, but it had an irresistible majesty.

After searching for a while, they found an ancient stone platform behind the monster, on which lay a book emitting a mysterious light. The cover of the book was shimmering with strange runes, as if telling ancient secrets.

"Is this what we're looking for?" Xiaoyaozi walked forward and tried to pick up the book, his eyes filled with curiosity and anticipation.

At this moment, the book suddenly erupted with a powerful force, knocking Xiaoyaozi away. Xiaoyaozi's body hit the distant wall like a cannonball, and then slid down.

"Be careful!" Lin Yu shouted, his voice full of anxiety.

Everyone gathered around to check Xiaoyaozi's injuries.

"I'm fine, it's just that this force is too strong." Xiaoyaozi said with a wry smile.

Lin Yu walked forward and looked at the book carefully. "The runes on it seem to have some kind of restriction. We can't act rashly."

Everyone fell into deep thought, what exactly is this mysterious power and how should they deal with it?