Rise of the Otherworld.

Zhang Hao and the others supported each other as they trudged forward through the valley. The fog grew thicker, enveloping them like a heavy curtain, and their vision was limited to a few feet.

"Everyone, be careful! This fog is incredibly strange," Zhang Hao warned. His voice was muffled in the mist, tinged with deep worry. Every step he took felt like stepping into an unknown abyss, and his unease grew stronger.

The herbalist gasped, "I feel like something's following us." His voice trembled, and his legs felt heavy as if they were filled with lead. Fear followed him like a shadow, making it almost impossible for him to breathe normally.

The old man stopped, closed his eyes, and felt for a moment. "Oh no! There's an evil aura approaching." His brow furrowed, his expression growing increasingly serious. The staff in his hand trembled slightly, revealing his inner tension.

The black-robed man's face darkened. "Speed ​​up!" His voice was low and rapid, and he quickened his pace. However, their injured bodies slowed their movements, and every step was filled with difficulty.

The demon moved through the mist like a ghost, silently yet incredibly swiftly. The evil aura it emanated spread like a plague, rapidly closing the distance between them.

Suddenly, a demon appeared in front of them, blocking their way. Its figure was looming in the mist, and its hideous face gradually became clear, making people shudder.

"Haha, you can't escape!" The demon laughed wildly, the sound harsh and unpleasant, as if countless sharp needles were piercing the eardrums. Its eyes flashed blood-red light, revealing endless murderous intent.

Zhang Hao gripped the sword tightly in his hand, "It's not that easy to stop us!" His voice was firm and powerful. Although his heart was full of fear, there was still an unyielding fire burning in his eyes.

The devil looked at him with contempt, "Just you? You overestimate your abilities!" Its words were full of sarcasm, as if Zhang Hao and others were nothing but ants in its eyes.

As he spoke, the demon stretched out its sharp claws and pounced at them. The claws flashed with black light and carried the breath of death.

Zhang Hao and his men fought fiercely, their swords flashing and magic flashing. The valley was instantly illuminated by the light, but was quickly swallowed by the mist.

The old man cast a powerful spell, and beams of light shot towards the demon, but the demon simply swayed slightly and easily dodged. Its speed was as fast as lightning, making the old man's spells repeatedly miss.

The herbalist was so frightened that he didn't know what to do. "What should I do?" His voice was tearful. He held the herbal tools tightly in his hands, but he didn't know what to do.

The black-robed man gritted his teeth and engaged the demon in close combat. His movements were swift and decisive, but each blow was like hitting an indestructible rock; the demon's body remained motionless.

Zhang Hao seized the opportunity and stabbed the demon's eyes with his sword. The demon roared in pain.

"Damn humans!" Its voice was filled with anger, and its attack became more frantic. Its claws swung more violently, stirring up gusts of wind.

Zhang Hao and the others were gradually unable to resist, their wounds increasing. Blood stained their clothes, but they still did not give up the resistance.

At this moment, the ancient book on Zhang Hao's body suddenly emitted a ray of light. The light was soft and warm, instantly dispelling the surrounding fog. The demon was enveloped by this light, and his movements suddenly froze.

Zhang Hao and others took the opportunity to catch their breath and looked at the light emitted by the ancient books in surprise.

"This ancient book..." A hint of surprise flashed in the old man's eyes.

The demon seemed to be extremely afraid of the light. It took a few steps back, its eyes full of vigilance.

But soon, the demon attacked again, opening its mouth and spewing out a stream of black flames.

The flames swept towards Zhang Hao and others, and the heat waves rolled.

Zhang Hao and others quickly took cover, the situation became increasingly critical...