Rise of the Otherworld.

After repelling the shadow beasts, the group continued their arduous journey through the forest. After an unknown amount of time, they arrived at an ancient and mysterious ruin. Entangled within it were gigantic vines, clinging to the walls like giant pythons. Moss-covered walls exuded an ancient and mysterious aura, as if telling of the passage of time. A massive stone door lay tightly closed, engraved with strange symbols that flickered faintly, as if guarding a secret.

"What is this place?" the herbalist asked in surprise, his eyes wide open, filled with curiosity and fear.

Zhang Hao walked forward and gently touched the stone door, "I feel like there is an unknown secret hidden here." His fingers felt the coldness and roughness coming from the stone door, and an inexplicable awe surged in his heart.

Lingyu looked around and said, "Be careful, there may be danger here." Her voice was low and serious, and her eyes scanned the surroundings vigilantly.

At this moment, the stone door slowly opened, and a powerful suction force sucked everyone in. They only felt their vision blurred for a moment, and their bodies flew forward involuntarily.

When they regained their footing, they found themselves in a vast hall. A faint mist filled the hall, drifting like a veil, obscuring the distant landscape. Around them stood a variety of bizarre statues, some humanoid, some beastly, and some depicting strange creatures they had never seen before.

"This...this statue looks really strange," the woman said nervously. Her voice trembled as she gripped her wand tightly, her knuckles turning white from the strain.

The old man frowned, "These statues are probably not simple." His eyes were deep, as if he wanted to see the truth behind the statues.

Suddenly, the statue's eyes gleamed with light, and rays of light shot towards everyone. The light was like a sharp sword, carrying a sharp aura.

Zhang Hao quickly swung his sword to block, "Everyone be careful!" His movements were swift and decisive, the sword dancing in the light, splashing sparks.

The mysterious man dodged the attack with a flash of light. His figure was like a ghost, moving freely through the light.

Ling Yu formed seals with her hands and muttered something, trying to control the light. Fine beads of sweat oozed from her forehead, and her face gradually turned pale.

After some effort, the light finally stopped attacking. Peace returned to the hall, with only the heavy breathing of the crowd echoing in the air.

"What on earth is going on?" The little girl was so frightened that she hid behind the old man. Her body was trembling, and her little hands were tightly grasping the corner of the old man's clothes.

Just as everyone was puzzled, a deep voice came from the depths of the hall. The voice seemed to come from ancient times, carrying endless majesty and mystery.

"Intruders, why are you here?"

Everyone looked at each other, not knowing how to answer.

Zhang Hao mustered up the courage to say, "We have no intention of offending you. We are just looking for a way out." His voice was firm and sincere, and his eyes were looking directly in the direction where the voice came from.

The voice was silent for a moment. "A way out? That depends on whether you have the ability to pass the test."

As soon as he finished speaking, runes appeared on the surrounding walls, flashing with dazzling light, forming a complex formation. The ground also began to tremble, as if a powerful force was about to erupt.

"Oh no, everyone be careful!" Ling Yu shouted.

Everyone quickly gathered together, vigilantly observing the changes around them.

The ground was shaking more and more violently. Suddenly, huge stone hands emerged from the ground and grabbed towards everyone.

Zhang Hao swung his sword at the stone hand, which turned into gravel after being hit, but soon condensed again.

The woman cast magic to try to stop the stone hand's attack, but the magic had no obvious effect on the stone hand.

The mysterious man used his agility to shuttle between the stone hands, looking for a way to break the spell.

The old man protected the little girl tightly and kept cheering everyone on.

With everyone's efforts, the stone hand's attack was gradually resisted. But at this time, the atmosphere in the hall became even more weird...