Rise of the Otherworld.

Zhang Hao charged at the beast once more, and the others, enduring the pain, followed him. Their steps were heavy, but each one was filled with unwavering determination. Their eyes burned with unyielding fire, as if they were determined to use this last bit of strength to burn away all obstacles.

Seeing them dare to attack again, the beast roared in anger, and a stream of blazing flames erupted from its mouth. The flames, like a savage dragon, roared and swept over. Zhang Hao dodged sideways, narrowly avoiding the flames. The corner of his clothes caught fire, and he quickly rolled on the ground, extinguishing the flames. The herbalist behind him was unable to avoid the flames and was instantly engulfed in flames, reduced to ash before he could even scream.

"Herb collector!" the woman cried out in grief, tears welling up in her eyes. Her voice was filled with despair and pain, the deep sorrow of losing her companions. But they had no time to grieve, continuing to advance towards the beast. Their only thought was to defeat it.

The old man mustered his last bit of strength and threw out the few remaining talismans. The talismans transformed into rays of light, temporarily restraining the beast's movements. Like ropes, the rays of light tightly wrapped around the beast, slowing its movements.

"Now!" Zhang Hao shouted, raising his sword and thrusting it towards the beast's belly. His eyes were filled with determination, as this single strike condensed all his strength and hope. The mysterious man and woman simultaneously launched their most powerful attacks. The broken sword in the mysterious man's hand gleamed with a strange light, carrying his final moments of courage and conviction. The woman's magic wand shone brightly, unleashing a powerful torrent of magic.

However, the beast suddenly broke free from the spell and, with a swipe of its claws, sent the mysterious man flying. He collided with a massive stone pillar, which collapsed with a roar, sending up a cloud of dust. His body lay motionless in the dust, his life or death unknown.

The woman's magical attack only caused the beast to tremble slightly, without causing any substantial damage. However, she did not give up and continued to cast magic, even though her magic power was about to run out.

Zhang Hao's sword finally pierced the beast's abdomen, but it got stuck between the hard scales and could not go deeper. He tried to push the sword in, but the beast was too strong and its muscles clamped the sword tightly.

The beast went berserk and swung Zhang Hao into the air with all its might. Zhang Hao's body drifted helplessly in the air like a fallen leaf.

Just as Zhang Hao was about to hit the ground, Ling Yu flew up and caught him. Her figure was as light and graceful as a fairy.

"Don't give up, we still have a chance!" Ling Yu said. Her voice was gentle but firm, giving Zhang Hao new strength.

Zhang Hao looked at Ling Yu's determined eyes, nodded, and rushed forward again. The flame of hope rekindled in his heart.

At this time, a little girl ran out from somewhere, holding a gem emitting a mysterious light in her hand.

"I found this in the ruins. It might be useful!" the little girl shouted. Her voice was childish but full of courage.

Zhang Hao took the gem and felt a powerful force coming from it. The force was like a surging wave, making his arm numb slightly.

He set the gemstone on the sword, and it instantly shone brightly, illuminating the entire hall like daylight.

Zhang Hao rushed towards the beast again, using all his strength to thrust his sword into its abdomen. This time, the sword finally penetrated the beast's defense and reached its vital point.

The beast let out one last shrill roar, a sound filled with resentment and despair. Its body trembled violently, then collapsed to the ground, motionless.

Everyone collapsed to the ground, gasping for breath, their faces showing smiles of having survived. Their bodies had been pushed to their limits, but their spirits were incredibly high.

However, before they could celebrate, the ruins suddenly began to shake violently, appearing to be on the verge of collapse. Huge cracks appeared in the walls, and rocks continued to fall.

"Oh no, this place is going to collapse, we have to get out quickly!" the old man shouted.

Everyone struggled to stand up, supported each other, and ran towards the exit.

Behind them, the entire ruins continued to collapse, huge rocks fell one after another, raising a cloud of dust.

"Run!" Zhang Hao shouted.

They ran desperately in the ruins, dodging the falling rocks.

Suddenly, a huge rock fell towards the little girl.

"Be careful!" Ling Yu flew over and pushed the little girl away.

He was hit by a stone and fell to the ground.

"Lingyu!" everyone exclaimed.

Zhang Hao ran over and picked up Lingyu.

"Don't worry about me, just go away!" Ling Yu said.

"No, we won't abandon you!" Zhang Hao said firmly.

At this moment, the exit appeared before my eyes...