The frail counselor you said, you fight against three heroes alone?

Xiaohong looked at the new scars on the man in white with heartache. She carefully took out the ointment she carried with her and gently applied it on his wounds. The man in white looked at her tenderly with a faint smile on his lips.

Doctor Zhang stood by, carefully bandaging Li the Hunter's wound and fixing his broken ribs with a cloth strip.

Everyone supported and helped each other. At the critical moment of life and death, they showed unparalleled unity and friendship.

The fight went on and on, and the Black Evil faction was completely defeated.

Heisha saw that the situation was not good and knew that he could not gain any advantage today, so he began to consider retreating.

He made a feint, forced the man in white to retreat, and turned around to escape.

"Want to run? Not that easy!" Blacksmith Zhao roared and was about to chase after him, but was stopped by the man in white.

Heisha's figure gradually disappeared into the night, leaving behind only a voice full of hatred: "I, Heisha, will repay you a hundredfold for today's vengeance!"

Everyone looked at the direction where Heisha fled.
Everyone looked at the direction where the black evil disappeared. The night was as dark as ink, as if it was going to swallow everything.

The air was filled with the smell of blood, mixed with the dampness of earth, which was disgusting.

Everyone's face was filled with solemnity. The threat posed by the Black Evil had not been lifted. Instead, it was like a sword hanging over their heads, ready to fall at any time.

The surrounding woods rustled in the night wind, like the whispers of ghosts, adding a bit of eeriness and horror.

Doctor Zhang covered his aching arm. The fight just now had consumed a lot of his energy.

"If this black demon escapes, there will be endless troubles!" He sighed, his tone full of worry.

"Yes, this devil is full of tricks. If we let him escape today, it will be difficult to catch him next time." Elder Chen stroked his long beard with a frown.

Luo Xiaoyu was somewhat unconvinced, "What are you afraid of! There are so many of us, how can we be afraid of just one of him? We should catch up with him now and nip the weeds in the bud!" As she said this, she was about to run after him.

"Don't be reckless!" Elder Chen grabbed her and said, "Don't chase after a desperate enemy. Besides, we are all injured and need to rest."

"But..." Luo Xiaoyu wanted to argue, but was interrupted by the man in white.

"Elder Chen is right. We should not pursue them now." The man in white looked around with sharp eyes. "This forest is full of dangers. Let's find a safe place to rest first, and then make a long-term plan."

Everyone began to check their injuries and equipment.

Blacksmith Zhao's hammer was covered in blood, and he wiped it vigorously, as if he wanted to completely erase all traces of the black evil.

Li the Hunter had broken ribs and looked pale, but he endured the pain, not wanting to worry others.

Xiaohong held the hand of the man in white tightly.
"What should we do now?" Xiaohong's voice trembled a little.

The man in white patted her hands gently and gave her a comforting look.

"Don't worry, we'll find a way."

Everyone was silent for a moment, and the atmosphere was somewhat depressing.

"I suggest we find a place to rest and recover our strength first." Elder Chen suggested again.

"No! We must find the Black Evil's lair as soon as possible and eradicate this scourge once and for all!" Luo Xiaoyu still insisted on his opinion.

The two sides were at a stalemate and the atmosphere became tense.

Others also had their own ideas. Some agreed with Elder Chen's opinion, while others supported Luo Xiaoyu.

Seeing this, the man in white took a deep breath and said, "How about this, let's first..."

Before he could finish his words, suddenly, a strange sound came from the distance, like the growl of a wild beast, or the roar of some unknown creature.

Everyone immediately became alert, tightened their weapons, and looked vigilantly in the direction where the sound came from.

The man in white's face changed and he whispered, "Not good..." Sweat soaked his clothes and stuck to his body. Everyone felt exhausted.

The previous fierce battle and the current dispute were like a blunt knife, slowly wearing away their will.

Luo Xiaoyu's impulsiveness, Elder Chen's caution, Xiaohong's worry, the calmness of the man in white, all kinds of emotions intertwined together, making the air become dull.

The night wind no longer brought coolness, but a biting chill, as if foreshadowing that greater danger was about to come.

The strange sound was getting closer and closer, from far away, like countless reptiles crawling on the ground, making people's scalp tingle.

The shadows of the woods distorted in the flickering firelight, like monsters with bared fangs and claws, ready to pounce and devour them at any time.

Li the Hunter groaned, his fingers covering the wound trembled, and his face became even paler.

He felt the air around him become sticky and breathing became difficult, as if an invisible hand was strangling his throat.

Blacksmith Zhao held the hammer tightly, his palms were full of sweat, and he felt his heart beating violently, almost jumping out of his chest.

Xiaohong hugged the package tightly, and the treasure hurt her chest.

She felt that this treasure was no longer a hope, but a curse that had led them into this dangerous situation.

If this treasure had not been discovered, they might still be living in peace. They would not be like they are now, like a frightened bird, facing the threat of death at all times.

She raised her head and looked at the determined profile of the man in white, her heart filled with helplessness and fear.

At this moment, a figure slowly walked out from the depths of the woods, with fluttering clothes, like a banished immortal.

Everyone was shocked and raised their weapons, staring at the newcomer vigilantly.

With the help of the firelight, they could see the face of the person who came. It was Qing Xuanzi, whom they had not seen for a long time.

"Qing Xuanzi?!" everyone exclaimed.

Qing Xuanzi smiled slightly, his eyes swept across everyone, and finally stopped on the package in Xiaohong's hand.

"I know you're in trouble," he said slowly, his voice as sweet as a spring, "I can help you."

Everyone looked at each other, filled with doubts.

Why did this mysterious Qing Xuanzi suddenly appear?

Why should he help them?

"What are your conditions?" The man in white stepped forward, stood in front of Xiaohong, and asked in a deep voice.

Qing Xuanzi smiled and said, "It's very simple. Just do me a small favor."

Everyone hesitated. They didn't know what Qing Xuanzi was selling, but under the current circumstances, there seemed to be no other choice.

"What help?" asked Elder Chen.

Qing Xuanzi pointed at the package in Xiao Hong's hand and said, "Open it."

Qing Xuanzi took out a few talismans that were shining with strange light and a bottle of fragrant medicine powder from his wide sleeves.

"These talismans can dispel the surrounding miasma and the illusions that confuse the mind, and this powder can quickly restore your physical strength and internal injuries." He distributed these things to everyone, his tone calm but with unquestionable power.

Everyone took the talismans and powder as if they were holding hope.

The talisman felt warm to the touch, emitting a faint warmth that dispelled the fear in their hearts.

The aroma of the medicinal powder is refreshing. After inhaling it, you will feel refreshed and all fatigue will be swept away.

Doctor Zhang took the powder, examined it carefully, and a look of surprise appeared in his eyes.

"This... this is the long-lost 'Rejuvenation Powder'! It actually... actually exists!" He swallowed the powder with trembling hands, and felt a warm current flowing through his body. His arm, which had been aching, was miraculously healed.

Others also took the powder and felt the changes in their bodies.
"Thank you, Senior Qing Xuanzi!" Xiao Hong thanked Qing Xuanzi excitedly. The man in white stood aside, looking at Xiao Hong and Qing Xuanzi.

Luo Xiaoyu jumped up excitedly, "Great! Now we can move on!" As she said that, she put her arm around Wang the Hunter's shoulders and patted him hard.

"How is it? Brother Wang, do you have confidence?" Wang the Hunter was a little breathless after being patted by her, but he still smiled honestly, "Yes! Of course I do!"

With the help of Qing Xuanzi, everyone rekindled their hope.

They stuck the talismans on their bodies and immediately felt the air around them become much fresher, and the originally depressing atmosphere was swept away.

The shadows of the woods were no longer so scary, and the night wind became gentler.

"Okay, now we can move on." Qing Xuanzi said, with a hint of mystery in his tone, "I know where you are going, and I will take you there."

Everyone looked at each other, and then they followed Qing Xuanzi into the depths of the woods.

The night is still dark, but their hearts are full of light.

"Wait," Xiaohong suddenly grabbed the man in white's sleeve, "Are we really going to follow him?"

The man in white held Xiaohong's hand tightly and said, "Trust me."

They continued to move forward, their steps firm and powerful. What was waiting for them ahead?

Qing Xuanzi suddenly stopped and pointed to a towering ancient tree in front of him, "That's it."

They walked briskly through the deep woods, the talismans emitting a faint light in the night, like guiding stars.

The wind was no longer a chilly whisper, but instead carried a refreshing breeze that blew away the previously oppressive dullness.

Luo Xiaoyu walked in front, occasionally turning back and giving a bright smile to her friends behind her.

Hunter Li carried his hunting fork, walked with determination, and there was a hint of anticipation on his honest face.

However, as we went deeper, the surrounding trees began to become twisted, with wrinkles on the trunks like those of an old man. The moonlight was also blocked by the thick branches and leaves, and not a single ray of light could penetrate.

The eerie atmosphere gradually became thicker, and there seemed to be some kind of decayed smell floating in the air, making people feel uncomfortable.

The originally relaxed atmosphere disappeared, and everyone's smiles gradually froze, replaced by vigilance and seriousness between their brows.

Suddenly, a deafening roar pierced the night sky, like the devil's sound from hell, instantly shattering the hope that had just risen in everyone's hearts.

A huge black shadow suddenly jumped out from the depths of the forest. It was a rock demon as big as a hill!

Its body is covered with hard rocks, with hideous spikes protruding from its back. Its red eyes are like two burning flames, emitting a terrifying murderous light.

Everyone was stunned by this sudden change, and an irresistible feeling of fear instantly enveloped their bodies.

The appearance of the Rock Demon was like an insurmountable chasm, completely shattering their original confidence.

Before they could react, the rock demon swung its huge arms and pounced on the crowd.

The strong wind carried the debris and whistled towards everyone, and the surrounding trees were easily destroyed like paper.

"Get out of the way!" The man in white shouted loudly, trying to organize everyone to fight back, but facing such a powerful monster, any resistance seemed pale and powerless.

Everyone dodged in a panic and fled everywhere under the giant claws of the rock demon. The scene was in chaos.

Although Luo Xiaoyu was straightforward and reckless, she was now pale with fear. She barely raised the dagger in her hand, but facing the huge body of the rock demon, she did not even have the courage to attack.

The man in white tightly grasped the dagger in his hand, trying to find the rock demon's weakness.

His body was as fast as lightning, shuttling between the rock demon's attacks, but he could never find an effective breakthrough.

The rock demon's attacks were not only incredibly powerful, but also incredibly fast. It waved its huge arms, and every attack could create a huge deep pit in the ground, as if it was going to tear the entire earth apart.

Granny Lin hid behind Hunter Li, holding onto the corner of his clothes with both hands, and kept repeating, "Buddha bless you, Buddha bless you."

Doctor Zhang tried hard to stay calm. He stared closely at the rock demon's every move, trying to find a flaw in it.

"We can't go on like this!" The man in white had a gloomy expression on his face. He looked at Qing Xuanzi, as if seeking help.

Qing Xuanzi shook his head slowly.

Everyone was in a desperate situation. At this moment, the Rock Demon roared again. This time, its target was the most conspicuous Little Red in the crowd...

"Do not--"

Flying sand and rocks covered the sky and sun.

The rock demon's gigantic silhouette loomed over everyone, and every time it stepped on the ground, the ground shook violently, as if it would collapse at any moment.

The thick trees were broken in half like straws, and the smell of decay mixed with the smell of dust made it almost impossible for people to breathe.

A feeling of despair spread in everyone's heart, as if the shadow of death had already enveloped them.

The rock demon's huge arm swept over, and Li the Hunter was unable to dodge and was hit on the shoulder.

Suddenly, the sound of flesh tearing could be clearly heard, and blood instantly dyed the clothes red.

He groaned and staggered back, blood gushing out from between his fingers that were covering the wound.

Granny Lin screamed and tried to check on Li the Hunter's injuries in a panic, but he pushed her away, "Go! Leave me alone!"

Xiaohong looked at the injured Li the Hunter and her heart sank to the bottom.

She held the package tightly in her arms. The package contained their hopes for this trip, but it also became a burden at the moment.

Fear and despair overwhelmed her like a tide. She felt weak all over and her legs felt as heavy as if they were filled with lead.

Are they really going to die here?
Will all their efforts go to waste?
At this moment, Zhao the blacksmith, who had been silent all the time, suddenly shouted, "I know its weakness! It's under its left eye!" Everyone was stunned when they heard this, and looked at Zhao the blacksmith in disbelief.

At this moment, Blacksmith Zhao was no longer as dull as before, and there was a determined light in his eyes.

He raised the hammer in his hand and rushed towards the rock demon desperately, "I will attract its attention, you find a chance to attack!"

The sudden change caught everyone off guard. While they were stunned, Zhao the Blacksmith had already rushed in front of the Rock Demon.

He swung the hammer and smashed it hard on the rock demon's leg, making a deafening metallic collision sound.

The rock demon roared in pain, and its huge body swayed slightly.

"Now!" The man in white shouted, and with a flash of his body, he rushed out first...

Blacksmith Zhao's roar was like a war drum, beating in everyone's heart.

The man in white rushed out first like an arrow, the short sword in his hand shining coldly, piercing straight under the left eye of the rock demon.

At the same time, Luo Xiaoyu followed closely behind, his short knife flying and slashing towards the same position with a sound of breaking wind.

Although Li the Hunter was injured, he still gritted his teeth, wielded the hunting fork in his hand, and stabbed the rock demon's leg hard.

"Bang!" "Bang!" "Crack!" A series of impact sounds rang out, and cracks finally appeared on the rock demon's hard rock skin, with gravel splashing and making a harsh friction sound.

It roared in pain, and the sound made everyone's eardrums buzz.

The fierce light in the red eyes faded a little, and was replaced by a hint of fear.

Seeing the rock demon injured, everyone's morale was boosted, and the fear in their hearts was swept away, replaced by an unprecedented sense of accomplishment.

Doctor Zhang adjusted his glasses which had slipped down, his eyes gleaming with excitement, and joined the attack.

Granny Lin also walked out from behind Li the Hunter, waving her cane. Although it did not cause any actual damage, it made the Rock Demon even more panicked.

With everyone working together, the crack under the rock demon's left eye gradually widened, and the sound of rocks breaking was endless.

It waved its arms wildly, trying to repel the crowd, but everyone dodged it flexibly.

Finally, with a loud "bang", the huge body of the rock demon fell to the ground, raising a cloud of dust.

"We won!" Luo Xiaoyu jumped up excitedly, waving the dagger in her hand.

Everyone cheered, and the joy of surviving the disaster filled everyone's heart.

Xiaohong hugged the man in white excitedly, tears welling up in her eyes.

The man in white gently stroked Xiaohong's hair, while Luo Xiaoyu held Grandma Lin's hand, and the two of them jumped and danced with joy.

Everyone high-fived each other, expressing the joy of victory and the friendship of fighting side by side.

A deep entrance appeared where the rock demon fell, and the stone walls around the entrance were engraved with ancient runes.

Deep in the entrance, there is a faint blue light, mysterious and charming, as if luring everyone to go in.

An inexplicable force is attracting them, as if there is a huge secret hidden in it.

"Here." Elder Chen walked forward and stroked the stone wall at the entrance.
Everyone approached the mysterious entrance cautiously, their eyes full of curiosity and vigilance.

The stone wall at the entrance was engraved with ancient runes, which seemed to be flickering slightly, emitting a strange light.

Waves of chill came from deep inside the entrance, making people shudder, as if something ominous was waiting for them.

Xiaohong held the white-clothed man's hand tightly, and the sweat on her cheeks was particularly obvious under the faint blue light.

Luo Xiaoyu clenched the dagger in his hand, frowned, and showed a firm determination.

The man in white took a deep breath and stepped into the entrance first.

His figure looked particularly handsome in the faint blue light, but there was a hint of solemnity in his eyes.

Everyone followed closely behind, their steps firm but their hearts filled with anxiety.

The space inside the entrance was narrow and cold. Water droplets occasionally fell on the stone wall, making a "tick-tick" sound that echoed all around and seemed particularly harsh.

As everyone went deeper, the scene before them gradually became clearer. (End of this chapter)