Rise of the Otherworld.

As the deep roar grew closer, a massive figure gradually emerged from the smoke. Everyone's eyes fixed on the gradually clearing silhouette, their hearts filled with anxiety and fear. When the smoke completely cleared, a massive beast, resembling a lion, but with sharp fangs and ferocious bone spurs, appeared before them. Its massive body almost dominated the entire passage, like an insurmountable mountain. The beast's fur was like black steel needles, each strand standing upright and gleaming with a cold light. Its eyes gleamed blood-red, revealing an endless ferocity and rage, as if it wanted to devour everything in sight.

Zhang Hao gasped, "What the hell is this monster!" But he didn't retreat. He gripped his sword tightly, leaning forward slightly in a defensive stance. His eyes were firm and resolute. Although his heart was filled with fear, it was also filled with courage and determination.

The woman held the little girl tightly and backed away. "Everyone, be careful!" Her voice trembled, her face pale as paper. The little girl trembled in her arms, her eyes tightly closed, not daring to look at the terrifying beast.

The talisman in Lingyu's hand glowed even brighter. "Whatever it is, we'll deal with it together!" His voice was filled with anger and courage. His eyes were focused and determined, ready to unleash the power of the talisman at any time.

The mysterious man, like a cheetah, crouched low, legs slightly bent, muscles tensed, ready to pounce at any moment. His eyes fixed on the beast, searching for the perfect moment to strike.

The beast opened its bloody mouth and spewed out a stream of green flames. The flames were like a giant python, sweeping over, and the heat wave rolled in. Wherever it passed, the rocks melted instantly and the walls were burned black.

Zhang Hao quickly swung his sword, trying to block the flames. The sword clashed with the flames, making a sizzling sound, and the blade instantly turned red. He gritted his teeth and used all his strength to split the flames.

The old man raised his staff and chanted a spell. A curtain of water rose before them, weakening the flames. As the flames burned, the water curtain evaporated, making a hissing sound.

The mysterious man seized the opportunity to leap at the beast, stabbing its leg with his dagger. But the beast reacted quickly, lashing out with its tail, sending the mysterious man flying. His body arced through the air, slamming heavily against the wall, and he slid down, spitting blood from his mouth.

Ling Yu seized the opportunity to throw a talisman, which transformed into an ice arrow and shot towards the beast. The ice arrow streaked through the air with blue light and instantly struck the beast. The beast, struck by the ice arrow, let out an angry roar, the sound echoing in the passage, deafening.

It pounced on the group, and Zhang Hao and the old man quickly joined forces to resist. Zhang Hao's sword slashed through the beast, leaving only a shallow scar. The old man's staff continuously released magical power, forming a series of shields to resist the beast's attacks.

The woman cast a spell, and rays of light shot towards the beast's eyes. The beast was disturbed by the light and its movements were slightly slowed down.

With everyone's concerted efforts, the beast's attack was temporarily suppressed. However, it remained incredibly ferocious, continuously attacking. Every swing of its claws brought a gust of wind, making it difficult for people to stand steadily.

"This won't work. We have to find its weakness!" Zhang Hao shouted. His voice was particularly loud in the fierce battle.

As they fought off the beast's attacks, they searched for its weaknesses. Their clothes were soaked with sweat, and each of their faces was filled with exhaustion and determination.

The little girl suddenly shouted, "Look at its belly, the color there is different!" Although her voice was childish, it was particularly clear at this tense moment.

Everyone looked in the direction the little girl pointed, and sure enough, they found a lighter area on the monster's belly.

"That might be its weakness!" Ling Yu said, a glimmer of hope flashing in his eyes.

Zhang Hao rushed towards the beast again to attract its attention. He repeatedly swung his sword to attack the beast's head, leaving it no time to pay attention to anything else.

The woman and the old man continued to cast magic to interfere with the giant beast's actions.

Lingyu and the mysterious man seized the opportunity to attack its belly. Lingyu's spell transformed into bolts of lightning, striking the beast's weak spots. The mysterious man, enduring the pain, charged at the beast once more, the dagger in his hand flashing with a cold light.

After a fierce battle, the beast finally fell to the ground under the attacks of the crowd. Its body hit the ground heavily, raising a cloud of dust.

Everyone collapsed on the ground exhausted, gasping for breath.

"We succeeded..." Zhang Hao said weakly, with a relieved smile on his face.

But they know that this is just a small victory in a long adventure, and there are more challenges waiting for them ahead...