Rise of the Otherworld.

The heavy footsteps were getting closer and closer, as if the entire earth was trembling. Everyone's breathing became rapid, and a tense atmosphere filled the air.

Zhang Hao narrowed his eyes, trying to discern the approaching figure through the bushes ahead. The rustling of leaves and the pounding sound of footsteps intertwined, making him panic. His heartbeat was like a drum, and he gripped the sword even tighter, his knuckles turning white from the strain.

The woman hugged the little girl tightly, her lips trembling. "Don't be afraid, baby, I'm here." Her voice was trembling, but she still tried to stay calm. The little girl buried her face in the woman's arms, her body trembling continuously, her small body seemed to shrink into a ball in the face of such great fear.

Beads of sweat formed on Lingyu's forehead, and the light of the talisman flickered in his hand. His eyes were filled with tension and anxiety, and he kept adjusting his breathing, ready to respond to any emergency.

The mysterious man's eyes grew fiercer, and he gripped the dagger even tighter. His body tensed, like a fully drawn bow, ready to spring forth at any moment and deliver a fatal blow to the enemy.

The old man's staff shone with light, a ray of hope that brought a touch of comfort to everyone in this dark moment. However, his face was also filled with solemnity, knowing that he was about to face a fierce battle.

Suddenly, a massive figure burst from the bushes. It was a monster unlike anything anyone had ever seen before, towering like a mountain, its body covered in hard scales, each one gleaming with a cold light, as if forged from the strongest metal. Its eyes were like flaming balls of fire, emitting furious flames that seemed capable of incinerating everything.

"What kind of monster is this!" Zhang Hao exclaimed. His figure seemed so small in front of the huge beast, but he was full of fearless courage.

The monster opened its bloody maw and let out a deafening roar. The sound waves impacted everyone, making their ears ring. The sound was like a roar from hell, filled with endless ferocity and violence.

"Everyone, disperse!" Zhang Hao shouted. His voice was decisive and resolute, pointing the way for everyone in this chaotic moment.

Everyone quickly dispersed, each seeking shelter and attack. The woman took the little girl behind a boulder, the magic glow in her hand growing stronger. She fixed her gaze firmly on the monster, ready to fight to protect the little girl.

Lingyu leaped onto a large tree in a flash, the talisman in his hand poised to unleash its power. He stared intently at the monster's every move, searching for the perfect moment to strike.

The mysterious man circled behind the monster, searching for its weakness. His steps were light and agile, like a ghost, and the monster could not detect him.

Zhang Hao, sword in hand, faced the monster head-on. He took a deep breath, and the power within him instantly erupted, emitting a faint glow from the sword. That light, like the courage within him, illuminated his path forward.

The monster swung its massive claws at Zhang Hao, stirring up a gust of wind. The wind howled, scratching Zhang Hao's cheeks painfully, but he didn't flinch. He dodged to the side, slashing at the monster's claws with his sword. The collision of sword and claw sent a shower of sparks flying, which instantly blossomed in the darkness and then died away.

The monster felt the pain and attacked Zhang Hao even more frantically. Its movements became more swift and fierce, and each attack carried a deadly threat.

At that moment, the old man muttered something, waved his staff, and a powerful beam of magic shot towards the monster. The beam shone brightly, like a shooting star streaking across the night sky. The monster trembled slightly, its movements momentarily slowed.

Ling Yu seized the opportunity and threw the talisman in his hand. The talisman transformed into lightning and struck the monster. The lightning danced on the monster's body, leaving black traces.

The mysterious man took advantage of the monster's distraction and stabbed its hind legs. The dagger penetrated deeply into the monster's flesh, and black blood spurted out.

Under the combined attack of everyone, the monster became even more ferocious. Its roar broke the surrounding trees and created deep cracks in the ground.

Zhang Hao was hit by the monster's tail and flew out, hitting a tree hard. He felt his vision go black and spurted out a mouthful of blood.

Seeing Zhang Hao injured, the woman's heart tightened, and the magic light in her hand became stronger. She chanted a spell, and a magic shield appeared in front of Zhang Hao, blocking the monster's next attack.

Lingyu jumped down from the tree and threw out the talisman again, trying to distract the monster.

The mysterious man continued to attack the monster's hind legs, making it difficult for it to move.

The old man continued to cast magic to provide support to everyone.

Under the tenacious resistance of the crowd, the monster's attack gradually weakened...