Rise of the Otherworld.

As they entered the crystal cave, colorful lights refracted and danced on the cave walls, creating a dreamlike experience, as if they were in a magical wonderland. However, beneath this beautiful appearance, danger lurked like a venomous snake, ready to strike a fatal blow at any moment.

Zhang Hao held a longsword, its blade gleaming with a cold light, contrasting with the brilliant light in the cave. He observed his surroundings vigilantly, his eyes as sharp as a hawk's, not missing a single movement. He whispered, "Everyone, be careful. This place may appear peaceful, but it harbors hidden dangers. Behind every ray of light, there may be unknown dangers." Everyone nodded slightly, their expressions solemn. They gripped their weapons tightly, and spiritual energy flowed through their bodies, forming an invisible defensive barrier, as if facing a formidable enemy.

Suddenly, a low roar echoed from the depths of the cavern, reverberating through the crystal cavern like rumbling thunder, jarring everyone's eardrums. The sound seemed to emanate from the depths of the earth, carrying with it boundless majesty and fury. Then, a gigantic crystal scorpion slowly emerged from the shadows. Composed entirely of shimmering crystal, it shimmered dazzlingly in the light, like a fine work of art. But its massive claws and razor-sharp stinger evoked a chilling fear, as if betraying its deadly power.

"This is the monster guarding the key," the mysterious man whispered. Although his voice was soft, it revealed a calmness and composure. "Everyone, don't panic. Respond according to your previous coordination. The more dangerous the situation, the more we must remain calm."

The crystal scorpion launched the first attack, brandishing its massive pincers, sweeping down upon the group like two small mountains. Wherever its pincers passed, the air ripped apart, emitting a sharp whistling sound, as if sliced ​​by a blade. Zhang Hao reacted quickly, shoving his feet into the ground and dodging like an arrow. At the same time, he shouted, "Lingyu, disrupt its movements! Old man, prepare for a long-range attack! Woman, assist and defend! Mysterious man, look for an opportunity to control it!" His voice was firm and powerful, echoing through the cave like a bell, pointing the way for everyone.

Lingyu waved her hands like dancing butterflies, her wind energy transforming into sharp blades that whistled and shot towards the crystal scorpion's eyes. Sensing the threat, the crystal scorpion's enormous, lantern-like eyes instantly closed, its hard shell protecting its fragile eyeballs. Simultaneously, its massive pincers redirected and slammed down at Lingyu with immense force. Using wind energy, Lingyu soared lightly, like an eagle spreading its wings, dodging the fatal blow. The pincers crashed to the ground, sending up countless crystal shards like a shimmering rain.

The old man swung his staff, and the tip glowed brightly. A blazing column of flame erupted like a roaring fire dragon, blasting towards the crystal scorpion's body. The flames made contact with the crystal scorpion's body, emitting a sizzling sound, like hot oil dripping into water. Tiny cracks appeared on the crystal's surface, spreading like spiderwebs. However, the crystal scorpion's defenses were beyond imagination. It trembled only slightly before charging towards the crowd again, its resolute steps seemingly unstoppable.

The mysterious man seized the opportunity and plunged his hands into the ground, rapidly gathering earth energy. The ground beneath the crystal scorpion suddenly rose, as if the earth itself had awakened, forming a massive ball of earth that enveloped the crystal scorpion's lower body. The crystal scorpion struggled mightily, its massive pincers repeatedly striking the ball of earth. Each impact produced a dull thud, and cracks appeared in the ball, as if it would shatter at any moment.

The woman cast an ice spell, creating a solid ice shield before them. The shield was crystal clear, like a transparent fortress. She also channeled some of her spiritual energy to heal her injured companions. A soft, icy-blue light enveloped the wounded, alleviating their pain.

Zhang Hao seized the opportunity of the crystal scorpion's entrapment and channeled his spiritual energy. It surged through his body like a surging tide. He charged at the crystal scorpion, his speed as swift as black lightning. He plunged his sword into its tail, seeking its weak spot. The crystal scorpion roared in pain, its sound shaking the cave. Its stinger swung violently, like a deadly spear, flinging Zhang Hao away.

Zhang Hao fell heavily to the ground, his body sliding a distance, sending up a shower of crystal shards. A trickle of blood spilled from the corner of his mouth, staining his clothes red. But he quickly stood up, his eyes determined as he spoke: "Although this crystal scorpion is powerful, we will definitely defeat it! Everyone, keep attacking, don't give it a chance to breathe! As long as we work together, nothing can stop us!"

The crowd launched another attack. Ling Yu's wind blades intensified, like a swarm of angry bees, attacking the crystal scorpion. The old man's flames intensified, threatening to ignite the entire cave. The mysterious man's earth spikes rose from all directions like sharp blades. The woman also unleashed her ice magic to its fullest, raining down ice arrows on the crystal scorpion. Under the attacks of the crowd, the crystal scorpion's body became increasingly cracked, its movements becoming sluggish, and a hint of fear seemed to flicker in its eyes.

However, at this moment, the crystal scorpion suddenly let out a sharp cry. The sound was like nails scratching glass, terrifying. With the cry, the crystal in the cave began to vibrate violently, and some crystal fragments broke away from the cave wall and shot towards the crowd like hidden weapons. These crystal fragments were extremely fast, and the light reflected them with a deadly cold gleam...