Rise of the Otherworld.

Lin Yu and the others dragged their tired bodies and continued to move forward in the passage. Their footsteps echoed in the silence. Every step seemed heavy and difficult, as if a thousand-pound boulder was tied to their feet.

"Master, what do you think awaits us ahead?" a disciple asked with a hint of fatigue and worry in his voice. His face was pale, and his eyes revealed a fear of the unknown.

Lin Yu turned his head slightly and looked ahead with a firm gaze. "No matter what it is, we will face it together. As long as we are united, there will be no difficulties that cannot be overcome." Although his voice was hoarse, it was full of strength and confidence.

As they walked, a faint light appeared ahead. Like a beacon in the darkness, it brought hope to everyone. Their spirits lifted, and their once heavy steps became lighter, quickening their pace.

When they walked out of the passage, they were stunned by the scene before them.

This is a valley of fairyland beauty, shaded by verdant trees, their lush branches interwoven into a canopy of green. Flowers abound, their vibrant colors vying for attention, each emitting an enchanting fragrance. A clear stream meanders through, its gurgling waters shimmering like a silver ribbon. The air is filled with a refreshing aroma, a blend of flowers, grass, and earth.

"This is..." Everyone couldn't believe their eyes. They had originally thought they would face more dangers and challenges, but they didn't expect to come to such a paradise.

At this moment, a mysterious voice sounded in their ears: "Welcome to the Spirit Valley, brave warriors." The voice seemed to come from all directions, illusory and making it impossible to determine its source.

Everyone looked around, but couldn't see the person who had spoken. Their eyes were filled with confusion and vigilance.

"Who are you?" Lin Yu asked loudly. His voice echoed in the valley, breaking the brief silence.

"I am the guardian of this Spirit Valley. The fact that you can come here proves that you have extraordinary courage and strength. But this is just the beginning, the real test is still to come." The voice sounded again, with a hint of majesty and mystery in the tone.

Lin Yu frowned slightly, "What test?" He gripped the sword tightly in his hand, ready to respond at any time.

"Deep in this valley, there is a relic that contains powerful magic weapons and mysterious skills, but it also has many dangers. If you can obtain the inheritance, your strength will be greatly improved. However, if you fail, you may be trapped here forever." said the guardian, his voice full of seriousness.

Lin Yu looked at his disciples, "What do you think?" His eyes swept across the faces of each disciple, trying to read their thoughts.

"Master, we are willing to give it a try!" the disciples said in unison. Their voices were firm and powerful, without the slightest hesitation or retreat.

Lin Yu led the group deeper into the valley. Along the way, they encountered all sorts of bizarre creatures. There were flying unicorns, their horns gleaming with mysterious light; giant pythons, their bodies as thick as tree trunks; and invisible elves, appearing and disappearing without warning.

Besides bizarre creatures, there are also intricate traps: large pits suddenly appearing on the ground, filled with sharp bamboo sticks; ropes hidden in the grass, which, when touched, trigger a mechanism that releases countless arrows; and a seemingly calm lake, actually hiding a huge whirlpool.

But they all relied on their mutual cooperation and wisdom to overcome each one. Lin Yu led the way, cutting through the thorns with his sword; Xiaoyaozi observed from behind, reminding everyone to be careful of traps; and the other disciples supported each other and faced various dangers together.

Finally, they arrived at the entrance to the ruins. The ancient gate was tightly closed, and it was covered with mysterious runes. Those runes flickered with a faint light, as if telling an ancient story.

Lin Yu walked forward and gently touched the runes, and a powerful force instantly bounced him away.

"This..." Lin Yu was shocked.

Everyone looked at each other, not knowing what to do.

Can they find a way to open the door and successfully enter the ruins?