Rise of the Otherworld.

"No!" Zhang Hao struggled to his feet and charged the beast once more. His eyes were filled with determination. Even knowing he might be hurling himself into a flame, he refused to flinch. His clothes were already tattered, revealing horrifying scars all over his body, but his steps were firm and powerful, as if every step was filled with all his courage and determination.

The woman, grieving the pain, stood up, her magic wand blazing once more. "We must not let it harm the little girl!" Her voice shone with anger and nervousness, her beautiful face brimming with determination. Magical light enveloped her, forming a hazy shield. She was like a brave warrior, ready to face the fierce battle that was about to begin.

The old man wiped the blood from his mouth and said, "Let's fight!" He poured all his strength into his staff. His eyes revealed a determination to face death. Although his body was extremely weak, his fighting spirit still burned brightly. The gem on the staff gleamed with a dazzling light, as if it was the last glimmer of his life.

Gathering his last bit of strength, Zhang Hao leaped high, thrusting his sword straight at the beast's eyes. His body arced through the air, his sword gleaming coldly in the sunlight. The beast, sensing danger, jerked its head back, leaving only a shallow wound on its face.

The beast roared angrily, turned its head, and unleashed a powerful blast of air at Zhang Hao. The blast was like a raging storm, carrying boundless rage and power. Zhang Hao was struck by the blast, and his body flew out like a kite with its string cut, landing heavily on the ground, sending up a cloud of dust.

"Zhang Hao!" the woman exclaimed. Her voice was filled with worry and fear, tears welling in her eyes. She wanted to rush over to check on Zhang Hao's injuries, but the behemoth before her kept her from paying attention even a little.

At this moment, the old man's magical light enveloped the beast's limbs, temporarily restricting its movement. The light was like a rope, tightly binding the beast's huge paws, making it unable to move easily.

"Quick, take the little girl away!" the old man shouted. His voice was hoarse from excessive use of magic, but full of determination.

The woman gritted her teeth and rushed towards the little girl.

But the little girl said firmly: "I won't leave, I want to fight with you!" There was no fear in her eyes, only courage and determination that was disproportionate to her age.

The woman felt warm in her heart, "Okay, then let's go together!" She took the little girl's hand and turned to face the beast again.

The herbalist slowly woke up. Seeing this scene, he found courage from nowhere, picked up a thick branch, and rushed towards the beast. "I will fight you!" His voice was trembling, but full of determination.

The attacks seemed to enrage the beast, and it emanated a powerful aura, breaking free from the old man's magical restraints. That aura was like an invisible pressure, making the air around it heavy.

It raised its giant claws and slapped them all. The claws were like a dark cloud, instantly blocking out the sunlight.

"Get out of the way!" Zhang Hao shouted. He struggled to get up from the ground and wanted to rush forward again to protect everyone.

Everyone scattered and dodged, but the old man was too seriously injured and his movements were slow.

"Grandpa!" the little girl screamed heartbreakingly. She wanted to rush over to save the old man, but was held tightly by the woman.

At this critical moment, Zhang Hao rushed forward again and blocked the beast's attack with his body. He felt a huge force coming, and his eyes went black, and he lost consciousness.

"Zhang Hao!" The crowd's shouts echoed throughout the forest, their voices filled with grief and anger.

Zhang Hao fell to the ground, his blood staining the ground beneath him. His body was motionless, as if he had lost all signs of life.

The woman looked at the beast angrily, "I'll fight you!" Her magical light instantly became extremely dazzling, gathering into a powerful force, rushing towards the beast. The light was like a galloping dragon, carrying endless anger and indignation.

The beast was struck by this force and took a few steps back. A hint of surprise flashed in its eyes, as if it had not expected that this weak human could burst out with such powerful strength.

At that moment, a strange sound suddenly rang out from the sky. It sounded like an ancient call, a mysterious incantation. A beam of light descended from the sky, illuminating the entire forest. Everyone looked up and saw a mysterious figure slowly emerge...