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

"Be careful!" The man in white shouted, drew his sword and rushed towards a three-headed monster.

His figure was graceful and his swordsmanship was exquisite, and with a flash of sword light, he chopped off the monsters' heads one by one.

Hero Tan was not to be outdone. He wielded his sword and fought with a giant python-like monster.

Swords flashed, blood and flesh flew everywhere, and the battle scene was extremely fierce.

The number of monsters increased, and their attacks became more and more fierce. Gradually, everyone felt overwhelmed.

At this moment, Mr. Gongsun suddenly raised his head. The key to cracking the code lies in this symbol...

"He pointed to an eye-shaped symbol on the treasure chest, "This symbol represents the core of the formation. As long as it is destroyed, the barrier will naturally dissipate!"

Everyone was cheered up upon hearing this, and following Mr. Gongsun's guidance, they found the location in the maze corresponding to the symbol.

The man in white swung his sword without hesitation and slashed towards that place.

The sword light cut through the fog, making a sharp scream, and like broken glass, a crack appeared in the fog.

"It works!" Everyone cheered excitedly and attacked the weak points of the maze.

With each roar, the maze gradually dissipated, and the originally distorted scene gradually returned to normal.

The monsters let out shrill roars and disappeared the moment the barrier disappeared.

Those who survived the disaster looked at Mr. Gongsun with gratitude and their admiration was beyond words.

"Thanks to Mr. Gongsun, we were able to escape this disaster!" Chu Feng bowed.

"Yes, sir, you are truly a god!" Others also echoed.

Mr. Gongsun smiled slightly and waved his hand modestly.

After dispelling the confusion, everyone focused their attention on the treasure chest again.

The treasure chest still exudes a cold luster, and the patterns on it are still wriggling, as if mocking their ignorance.

"The method of opening this treasure chest is probably not that simple." Mr. Gongsun looked at the treasure chest with a frown.

Everyone also realized that the real challenge had just begun.

Xiaohong carefully bandaged the wounds of her injured companion. Her gentle movements and concerned eyes made the people in white feel warm.

Doctor Hua and Mr. Gongsun stood side by side. They smiled at each other, and everything was said without words.

With the help of everyone, Mo Xiaodie continued to study the words on the treasure chest.

Suddenly, they found a special mechanism at the bottom of the treasure chest.

The mechanism had a strange shape, like a twisted snake head, and gave off an unsettling aura.

"What is this?" Chu Feng asked curiously.

Mr. Gongsun touched the mechanism carefully, and the treasure chest suddenly issued a sharp warning sound, as if warning them not to act rashly.

Everyone looked at the treasure chest in astonishment, their hearts full of hesitation.

Activating the mechanism may open the treasure chest, but it may also bring greater danger...

"What should we do?" The man in white looked at Mr. Gongsun, waiting for his decision.

Everyone gathered around the twisted snake head mechanism. The atmosphere was so heavy that it seemed as if the air had frozen.

The cold glow of the treasure chest, reflected on their serious faces, made them look even more eerie.

No one dared to act rashly, as if the mechanism was a dormant beast that might open its bloody mouth at any time.

"This mechanism doesn't look like a good one." Chu Feng broke the silence with a hint of uneasiness in his tone.

"This mechanism is extremely ingenious, I'm afraid it's not an ordinary thing." Mr. Gongsun twisted his beard.

At this time, an old voice sounded, breaking the deadlock: "Let me take a look." Everyone looked in the direction of the voice, and the person who spoke was the invited master of mechanisms, Master Fang.

He walked forward slowly, squatted down carefully, and carefully observed every detail of the snake head mechanism.

His fingers lightly touched the surface of the mechanism, feeling the cold metal texture.

His eyes were focused and cautious, as if he was facing a life-and-death problem.

After a moment, he stood up with a thoughtful expression on his face.

"This mechanism is indeed complicated, but it is not impossible to crack it." Master Fang said slowly, "As long as we are careful and cautious, we should be able to control the risk within a certain range."

However, a cold voice interrupted him: "I advise you not to act rashly." Everyone turned their heads and saw Lin Yao holding a tortoise shell, sitting upright with a solemn expression.

She closed her eyes for a moment, then suddenly opened them again.

Master Fang frowned and said in an unhappy tone: "Miss Lin, the art of mechanical engineering has its own rules. How can it be determined by divination?"

Lin Yao was unwilling to be outdone and retorted: "The mystery of heaven, there is a destiny in the dark, how can I not believe it?"

The two of them argued back and forth, and the argument was intense.

Master Fang insisted on his judgment, believing that although the mechanism was dangerous, it was controllable, while Lin Yao insisted that activating the mechanism would cause an unpredictable disaster.

The atmosphere suddenly became tense, and the air seemed to be filled with the smell of gunpowder.

Commander Yan looked around, his eyes shifting between Master Fang and Lin Yao.

Finally, he made a decision: "I believe in Master Fang."

Everyone's heart trembled, and they tightened their weapons.

Master Fang slowly stretched out his hand and pressed on the twisted snake head mechanism.

Master Fang took a deep breath and slowly turned the snake's head.

The mechanism made a teeth-grinding "creaking" sound, and a powerful energy burst out instantly, sweeping around like a flood breaking through a dam.

Everyone was caught off guard and knocked to the ground by the energy.

Dust flew, gravel scattered, and screams rang out one after another.

The few people closest to the mechanism were the first to be hit. They were shocked and vomited blood and fell to the ground.

The severe pain made them groan in pain.

Although people who were farther away were less impacted, they also felt their internal organs churning and they were dizzy.

"What's going on? Ahem..." Guard Chen held on to the wall and barely stood up, his face full of fear.

He felt his eardrums buzzing and could hardly hear the sounds around him.

"Ah!" A scream was heard, and everyone looked in the direction of the sound, only to see that Master Xing was sent flying by the energy impact, and fell heavily to the ground, unconscious.

He was pale, blood was oozing from the corners of his mouth, and he looked seriously injured.

Just when everyone was still in shock, something strange happened.

The air around him began to distort, and strange lights flickered.

Then, a group of strange creatures appeared out of nowhere. They were huge, with hideous faces, and emitted powerful magical fluctuations.

"What is this?" someone shouted in horror.

"They are magical creatures!" Ms. Mo recognized the origins of these creatures at a glance, and her face suddenly became solemn.

"Everyone be careful, these creatures are very dangerous!"

Before he could finish his words, the magical creatures attacked.

Hot flames spewed out of their mouths, and their sharp claws waved, creating gusts of wind. In an instant, several people fell in a pool of blood.

Miss Mo and Captain Lei were the first to bear the brunt of the fight against the magical creatures.

Ms. Mo has sharp swordsmanship and a graceful figure, and she can move freely among the magical creatures.

Master Lei wielded a huge iron hammer, and each blow was so powerful that it pushed the magical creatures back several steps.

However, there are too many magical creatures and they are very powerful.

Although Miss Mo and Captain Lei fought bravely, they were gradually at a disadvantage.

The attacks of the magical creatures became more and more fierce, and the people's defenses were crumbling.

At this critical moment, Lin Yao suddenly said: "Wait..."

Lin Yao's cry was like a bucket of cold water that extinguished the chaos that was about to break out.

She pointed her slender finger at a sphere in the air that was flashing with a faint blue light: "That is the source of their magic power!" Everyone looked in the direction she pointed, and sure enough, they saw a basketball-sized sphere suspended in the air, emitting heart-pounding energy fluctuations.

"Concentrate on attacking the source of magic power!" Commander Yan made a prompt decision and took the lead.

A sharp sword energy rushed straight towards the blue light ball, and then Ms. Mo's flying sword, Master Lei's giant hammer, and attacks from others also rushed towards the light ball.

The blue ball of light trembled violently under the siege of the crowd, and its light gradually dimmed.

The magical creatures roared and their attacks became slow and powerless. With a crisp explosion, the blue ball of light shattered and turned into tiny dots of starlight that dissipated into the air.

The magical creatures lost their magical support and collapsed to the ground like deflated balls, soon turning into ashes.

Everyone cheered and their joy at surviving the disaster was beyond words.

They looked at Lin Yao with gratitude. Lin Yao nodded slightly with a calm expression, as if everything was within her expectations.

"Miss Lin, thank you for your guidance, otherwise we would all have died here today." Commander Yan expressed his sincere gratitude.

"I'm just trying my best." Lin Yao responded calmly.

Everyone's morale was boosted and they were full of hope for the next challenge.

They regrouped and continued their fierce battle with the remaining magical creatures.

The man in white always guards the injured Xiaohong and protects her from attacks by magical creatures.

Xiaohong snuggled in his arms, and their deep affection infected everyone around them.

Guard Chen desperately protected Commander Yan and used his own body to block the fatal blow.

His loyal friendship won the respect of everyone.

Master Fang and Mr. Gongsun fought side by side, and their tacit cooperation allowed them to be at ease in the battle.

Finally, the last magical creature fell.

Everyone was exhausted, but their faces were filled with the joy of victory.

However, at this moment, the treasure chest suddenly opened automatically, and inside was not the secret treasure that everyone expected, but a portal that was flashing with strange light.

Inside the portal is an unknown world, flickering with blurry light.

Everyone looked at each other in shock.

"What...what is this?" someone muttered to himself.

Everyone looked at the portal, their hearts filled with curiosity and vigilance.

"Go in, or not?" Commander Yan looked at everyone with a deep gaze.

The portal emitted a faint light, like the pupil of a giant beast, staring at everyone.

Inside the door, lavender and gold mist danced like ethereal spirits, hinting at a world that was both enchanting and dangerous.

There was a strange fragrance in the air, sweet with a hint of metallic smell, which was disturbing.

Everyone looked at each other, fear spreading on everyone's face.

Lin Yao gripped the sword tightly in her hand, her knuckles turning white.

Fine beads of sweat oozed out of Master Fang's forehead, and he subconsciously stroked the Bagua mirror on his chest, seeking a little comfort.

Commander Yan took a deep breath and tried to stay calm, but his furrowed brows revealed his inner anxiety.

Some people took a step back unconsciously, as if there was a monster lurking in the portal waiting to devour them.

"Everyone," Elder Xuanfeng's voice was steady and powerful, like a shot of adrenaline, temporarily dispelling the fear in the air, "Opportunities and risks coexist, and this has been the case since ancient times. There may be a huge crisis hidden behind this portal, but it may also contain the opportunities we dream of." His eyes were like torches, sweeping across the crowd, and his tone was full of determination, "How can people of my generation who practice cultivation be scared away by a mere portal? Fortune and wealth are sought in danger, let's go together and explore this unknown world!"

The elder's words aroused the pride of the people, but also sparked new debate.

"Weapons! We need to bring more weapons! Who knows what kind of monsters are in there!" Guard Chen shouted loudly, his rough big hands tightly grasping the long sword in his hands, the handle of the sword was already soaked with sweat.

"Nonsense! No matter how good the weapon is, it's useless without the strength to use it! We should bring more food and water in case of emergency!" Master Fang retorted, his round face flushed with excitement.

For a moment, everyone was talking about it, no one could convince anyone else, and the atmosphere became increasingly tense.

"Stop arguing!" Zi Yan's voice was clear and firm. He walked out of the crowd with a piercing look in his eyes. "The elder is right. Opportunities and risks coexist. We must be prepared for battle while ensuring our own survival. How about this, each of us brings two days' worth of food and water, as well as weapons, and travels light, how about that?"

Zi Yan's proposal was reasonable and everyone nodded in agreement.

The tense atmosphere gradually eased, replaced by an inexplicable excitement and anticipation.

"Okay! Since everyone has no objection, let's get ready to set off!" Elder Xuanfeng waved his hand and took the lead to walk towards the portal.

Zi Yan looked back at the people behind him, took a deep breath, and stepped into the portal that was flashing with strange light...

Inside the portal, a powerful force instantly swallowed up everyone.

The world before their eyes was distorted, and the colorful lights cut through their vision like sharp blades.

A violent pulling sensation came over me, as if my body was torn into countless pieces and then put together again.

Many people groaned in pain, their faces turned pale, and beads of sweat the size of beans rolled down their foreheads.

Lin Yao felt as if all her internal organs had shifted out of place, and a fishy-sweet taste surged in her throat, making her almost vomit.

Master Fang tightly grasped the Bagua mirror, muttering something, trying to resist this terrible force.

"Ah!" A scream broke the depressing atmosphere.

Guard Chen covered his arm with his hands, bright red blood flowed out from between his fingers, his face was pale, and his lips were trembling.

"My...my arm..." He groaned in pain, his voice so weak that it was almost inaudible.

Everyone was panicked and checked their own injuries.

There was a deep cut on Commander Yan's shoulder, and blood stained half of his clothes red.

A crack also appeared on Master Fang's Bagua mirror, and the light became much dimmer.

What's worse is that Master Xing was injured again, and this time he fell into a coma, his face was as pale as paper, and his breathing was weak.

The world before my eyes finally stabilized.

They found themselves in a dense jungle. Towering ancient trees blocked out the sun, and the air was filled with the smell of damp earth and the fragrance of unknown flowers.

"Roar!" A deafening roar came from the depths of the jungle, breaking the moment of silence.

Immediately afterwards, a group of huge wild beasts rushed out from the woods. They were extremely fast, like black lightning, and approached everyone in the blink of an eye.

These beasts are covered with thick scales that gleam with a metallic luster, and their sharp claws are like steel knives, emitting a chilling cold light.

Their eyes were like burning flames, filled with bloodthirsty desire.

"Be careful!" Elder Xuanfeng shouted, and the sword in his hand burst into dazzling light.

Miss Mo and Captain Lei rushed forward first. Their figures shuttled among the wild beasts like ghosts, waving their weapons vigorously.

The flashes of swords and the shadows of sabers crisscrossed, and the sounds of fierce collisions echoed throughout the jungle.

However, the beasts were too numerous and their attacks became more and more fierce.

Gradually, everyone was unable to hold on any longer and began to get wounds on their bodies.

"Brother! Be careful!" Qingluo shouted nervously, her eyes fixed on Zi Yan, her heart in her throat.

Purple Flame...

Zi Yan was in danger. He saw a giant beast opening its bloody mouth, a bloody wind blowing in his face, and its sharp claws, with a strong wind tearing through the air, going straight for his chest.

At this critical moment, he shouted loudly, pushed his hands forward suddenly, and a red flame burst out from his palms, turning into a fire dragon, roaring and rushing towards the beast.

Wherever the flames passed, the air was distorted, the beasts let out shrill roars, and the originally fierce attack collapsed in an instant.

Upon seeing this, the other beasts showed obvious fear in their eyes and retreated one after another, no longer as crazy as before.

"Fire! They are afraid of fire!" Zi Yan reminded loudly, his voice full of excitement.

He moved his hands together, and flames gushed out, forming a wall of fire in front of everyone.

Everyone reacted immediately and began to fight back under the cover of fire.

The long sword was swung, the knife light flashed, and the originally ferocious beasts could no longer get close under the threat of fire.

After a fierce battle, the beasts were finally defeated and fled back into the depths of the jungle, leaving behind a devastated battlefield.

The people who survived the disaster cheered excitedly, with joyful smiles on their faces.

The eyes they looked at Zi Yan were full of gratitude, which was awe for the strong and a desire for hope.

In the crowd, the man in white held Xiaohong's hand tightly. Xiaohong leaned on him with a happy smile on her face and her eyes full of love.

The people around them felt their deep love and had knowing smiles on their faces.

Elder Xuanfeng walked over to the injured people and carefully checked their injuries. Zi Yan walked over to Qing Luo and touched her head with a doting smile on his face. Qing Luo looked at her brother with admiration.

After a short rest, everyone began to explore this new world.

They walked carefully in the dense jungle, feeling the unique atmosphere here.

After walking for an unknown amount of time, an ancient ruin appeared before everyone's eyes. (End of this chapter)