Rise of the Otherworld.

A faint light emanating from the depths of the cave seemed to beckon everyone. Zhang Hao, straining his exhausted body, slowly stood up. His legs trembled slightly, and the wounds on his body stung with pain from the movement, but his gaze remained fixed on the mysterious light, revealing determination and desire.

"Can everyone still go? Let's go see what that light is." His voice was weak, but full of curiosity and anticipation. Every word seemed squeezed from the depths of his throat, with a hint of hoarseness.

The man in black robes struggled to his feet, his clothes tattered and bloodstained. "Even if I have to crawl, I'm going to crawl over there and take a look." His eyes gleamed with a hint of stubbornness. Although his body was nearing its limit, his inner desire to explore was still strong.

The old man was panting, his face pale as paper, and the broken staff in his hand seemed ready to slip from his grasp at any moment. "This may be a turning point after our hard battle." There was a hint of hope in his voice, as if this light was a ray of light in the darkness.

The herbalist and the woman supported each other, trying to stand steady. The woman's face was covered in dust and tears, and the herbalist's wound was still bleeding, but their eyes were still filled with curiosity about the unknown.

The crowd walked towards the light step by step, each step seemed extremely difficult. The ground under their feet was bumpy and uneven, and their steps were staggering, as if they would fall at any time.

As they approached the light, they discovered it originated from a mysterious gem embedded in the cave wall. The gem emanated a soft, warm glow, instilling an inexplicable sense of security. Like a mother's embrace, the light gently soothed their weary bodies and minds.

"Could this be some kind of treasure?" the woman whispered, a hint of surprise and confusion in her voice, her eyes fixed on the gem, as if deeply captivated by it.

Zhang Hao carefully observed the gemstone and wanted to reach out and touch it, but the old man stopped him. "Be careful, this light is too mysterious, I don't know if it's dangerous." The old man's voice was serious and tense, his eyes full of vigilance.

Just as everyone was hesitating, the gem suddenly shone brightly, illuminating the entire cave like daylight. The intense light made everyone subconsciously close their eyes. The light seemed to have a tangible power, impacting their bodies.

Then, a scene emerged from the gem. It depicted a beautiful fairyland, lush green mountains and clear waters, shrouded in mist. Peaks towered into the clouds, while waterfalls cascaded down from the mountains, their waters splashing like silver threads. The lake was crystal clear, fish frolicking in the water, and the banks were covered in verdant grass and vibrant flowers. In the sky, cranes danced, a thousand auspicious lights adorning the sky.

"What is this place?" The herbalist opened his mouth in surprise, his eyes wide open, as if he couldn't believe what he saw.

The man in black robe seemed to be thinking about something: "Maybe it's a guide, maybe there is something we need there." His eyes were deep, as if he was thinking about the deeper meaning behind it.

Just as everyone was about to investigate further, the gem's light suddenly contracted, transforming into a portal of light. This portal of light emitted mysterious fluctuations, stirring both excitement and fear.

"Are you asking us to go in?" The woman was a little scared. She held the herbalist's arm tightly, her body trembling slightly.

Zhang Hao took a deep breath and said, "No matter what, we have no way out. Let's go in and take a look." His voice was firm and resolute, as if he was ready to face all the unknowns.

Everyone looked at each other, nodded, and then walked into the light gate together.

Inside the light gate, there was a strong feeling of dizziness, as if the body was being pulled by countless forces. The surrounding light was rapidly flowing, dazzling and dizzying.

After an unknown amount of time, they finally landed on the ground.

The sight before them stunned them. It was a world unlike any they had ever seen. Colorful islands floated in the sky, connected by rainbow bridges. On the ground, enormous flowers blossomed, their petals as clear as crystal. Tall trees towered into the sky, their trunks gleaming with strange runes. In the distance, a magnificent palace rose above the clouds, radiating a mysterious light.

"Where... where is this?" The woman was so surprised that she couldn't close her mouth.

Zhang Hao looked around, his heart filled with shock: "No matter where it is, we must explore it."

Everyone began to move forward cautiously. This mysterious world was full of unknowns and surprises, but also hid countless dangers...