Rise of the Otherworld.

The strange sounds coming from all around were getting closer and closer, like countless tiny footsteps approaching rapidly. The sounds were dense and dense, like a tide, making people's scalps tingle. The nerves that had just relaxed were tense again, and everyone's face was filled with tension and vigilance.

"What is this?" The mysterious man struggled to his feet, gripping the dagger tightly. His eyes were filled with fear, but more of a determination, as if he was ready to face any unknown challenge.

Zhang Hao observed his surroundings vigilantly, "Everyone be careful and prepare for battle!" His voice was low and powerful, like a horn on the battlefield, bringing a touch of courage and determination to everyone.

A group of ghostly shadows emerged from the darkness, their forms elusive and difficult to grasp. Like black smoke, they twisted and distorted in the air, sometimes transforming into hideous faces and sometimes vanishing.

"It's a ghost!" the old man exclaimed. His voice became sharp with fear, and his body involuntarily took a few steps back.

These ghosts let out eerie howls that seemed to come from the depths of hell, making people's souls tremble. They rushed towards everyone like a gust of wind, bringing a bone-chilling chill.

Zhang Hao swung his sword at the ghosts, but the sword went straight through their bodies, completely ineffective. His brows furrowed, his heart filled with confusion and anxiety.

The woman quickly cast a purification spell, sending beams of light towards the ghosts, temporarily forcing a few back. Sweat beads formed on her forehead, and the depletion of her magic power had left her face somewhat pale.

Ling Yu threw out a talisman, which turned into flames, trying to burn the ghost, but the effect was minimal. The flames burned on the ghost's body for a moment, then went out, as if being swallowed by the dark power in the ghost.

"These ghosts seem to be dealt with only through special methods!" the old man shouted. There was a hint of despair in his voice, and his eyes swept over the crowd, hoping to find a solution.

The little girl was so frightened that she hid behind everyone, trembling, her eyes tightly closed, tears streaming from the corners of her eyes.

Zhang Hao was extremely anxious, "Everyone, think of a solution!" His voice was full of anxiety, and his brain was working rapidly, thinking about how to deal with it.

At this moment, Lingyu suddenly remembered the records in an ancient book.

"Use the power of light to dispel them!" Ling Yu shouted. Her eyes gleamed with hope, as if she saw the dawn of victory.

The woman concentrated her magical powers, unleashing a powerful light spell. Suddenly, a radiance blazed, as dazzling as the sun. The ghosts screamed in agony, their forms warping and distorting in the light as they retreated. However, the woman's magical power was so depleted that her face turned pale as paper, and her body faltered.

"I can't hold on any longer!" the woman cried. Her voice was weak and feeble, as if she would collapse at any second.

Seeing this, Zhang Hao injected his own strength into the woman's magic. He held the woman's shoulders tightly with both hands, and continuously transferred strength to her.

With everyone's joint efforts, the ghost was finally dispelled. The dark corner returned to peace, with only the heavy breathing of the crowd remaining.

"Finally, I'm safe for now." Zhang Hao breathed a sigh of relief. His body relaxed, and sweat soaked his clothes.

But before they could rest, they discovered that the maze's passages had begun to change. The walls shifted, and the paths became more complex. The once clear route disappeared in an instant, replaced by countless forks and dead ends.

"This maze seems to be alive!" the mysterious man exclaimed in surprise. His eyes were wide open, filled with disbelief.

"Everyone, don't panic. Follow me!" Zhang Hao relied on his memory to lead everyone to find a way out of the ever-changing maze. His steps were firm and powerful, and each step was full of determination.

After walking for an unknown amount of time, they arrived at a huge room with a mysterious stone platform in the center. The stone platform was engraved with strange symbols and patterns, exuding a mysterious atmosphere.

"There seems to be something on this stone platform." The old man walked forward and looked carefully. His eyes narrowed into slits, and his fingers gently touched the symbols on the stone platform.

At this moment, a strong light suddenly emanated from the stone platform, illuminating the entire room like daylight. Everyone was blinded by the sudden glare...