The group fought with all their might, charging towards the stone platform. In the fierce battle, they approached the platform step by step. When they finally reached the platform, they discovered a crystal ball radiating mysterious power within the crack. The light from the crystal ball seemed to have a certain restraining effect on the three-headed monster.

Without hesitation, Zhang Shi reached for the crystal ball. The instant he touched it, the crystal ball emitted a dazzling light, enveloping everyone. The three-headed monsters seemed quite wary of the light and retreated.

Everyone felt the warm and powerful energy emanating from the crystal ball, and their exhausted bodies miraculously regained a lot of energy, even the pain from their wounds lessened considerably.

"What is the origin of this crystal ball? Why does it possess such powerful energy?" Ge Dalong asked, panting heavily, his eyes filled with surprise and doubt.

"Whatever it is, it's the key to dealing with these three monsters and getting out of here right now," Zhang Shi said, gripping the crystal ball tightly, his eyes revealing a glimmer of hope and determination.

The three-headed monster was far more powerful than before, but it was still temporarily forced back by the light of the crystal ball. However, it was clearly not willing to give up, pacing back and forth not far away, its three heads constantly emitting low roars, as if it was planning the next attack.

"We can't just sit here and wait to die; we have to take the initiative." Zhao Feng gripped his giant axe tightly, his muscles tense. Although the burns on his arms were still throbbing, his fighting spirit remained undiminished.

Huo Xiuxiu nodded slightly, gently shook the bell, and said, "I will use sound waves to try to interfere with its movements. You guys find an opportunity to attack."

Having said that, Huo Xiuxiu increased the speed at which she shook the bell, and the sound waves surged towards the three-headed monster like a tide. The three-headed monster seemed to be affected to some extent, its movements becoming somewhat sluggish and its steps slightly disordered.

Seeing this, Zhang Shi's eyes sharpened, and he shouted, "Now!" He flashed forward like a ghost, charging towards the three-headed monster. His old sword gleamed coldly as he thrust it straight at the monster's leg. The three-headed monster sensed the danger and tried to dodge, but due to the interference of the sound waves, its reaction was a beat too slow. Zhang Shi's sword slashed a deep wound into its leg, and black blood gushed out like a living creature.

Zhang Shi keenly caught the scene, but didn't have time to think about it further.

Taking advantage of the opportunity, Zhao Feng leaped high into the air from the side, his giant axe whistling through the air as he cleaved down towards one of the monster's heads. The monster's head jerked to the side, and Zhao Feng's axe grazed its cheek before striking the ground, sending sparks flying.

Ge Dalong rapidly formed hand seals and chanted incantations. The surrounding moisture quickly condensed into several sharp ice spikes, which shot towards the three-headed monster. The ice spikes struck the monster's body with "plop" sounds, leaving several bloody holes.

However, the three-headed monster was incredibly resilient. Despite the attacks from the group, it continued its frenzied counterattack. Its three heads spewed out black flames, poisonous mist, and powerful sonic waves, sweeping towards the group.

Everyone hurriedly dodged, while Zhang Shi dodged the attacks and pondered a countermeasure. He discovered that the monster would have a brief period of weakness after each attack, especially after using three different attack methods simultaneously, the weakness would be even more pronounced.

"Everyone, pay attention! When it launches its next simultaneous attack, we'll focus all our efforts on its vital points!" Zhang Shi shouted.

Upon hearing this, everyone nodded in agreement and stood ready for action.

Sure enough, not long after, the three-headed monster launched another simultaneous attack. After the attack, its body trembled slightly, and its breathing became somewhat disordered.

"Now!" Zhang Shi shouted, charging towards the monster with the crystal ball in hand. The crystal ball shone even brighter, as if responding to Zhang Shi's determination. Zhao Feng, Ge Dalong, and Huo Xiuxiu followed closely behind, each unleashing their strongest attacks.

Zhang Shi aimed the light from the crystal ball at the monster's central head. The light, like a sharp sword, pierced straight towards the monster's head. The monster let out a shrill scream, and the central head, belonging to the old woman, seemed to have suffered a severe blow, drooping limply.

Seizing the opportunity, Zhao Feng mustered all his strength and swung his giant axe fiercely at the monster's other head. The axe, carrying immense power, severed the head, and black blood gushed out like a fountain.

Ge Dalong's ice spikes also struck the monster's body, leaving ice holes all over it, and the monster's body began to sway precariously.

Huo Xiuxiu kept shaking the bell, trying to thwart the monster's last bit of resistance.

With everyone's combined efforts, the three-headed monster finally succumbed to its power, its mind once again controlled by Huo Xiuxiu. It collapsed with a thud, raising a cloud of dust. Seeing this, the surrounding monsters scattered and fled, disappearing into the darkness.

Exhausted, everyone collapsed to the ground, panting heavily, but their faces beamed with the joy of victory.

"Finally, we've dealt with that wretched guy," Zhao Feng said, lying on the ground and looking up at the sky.

Zhang Shi sat up, looking at the crystal ball in his hand, his mind filled with doubt: "What secret does this crystal ball hold? Why is it here?"

Huo Xiuxiu also sat up and said, "In any case, this crystal ball must be related to leaving the misty area. We need to study it carefully."

Ge Dalong stood up, looked around, and said, "It's getting dark. We need to find a way to get through the night safely. There shouldn't be any foolish monsters coming to kill us around here anytime soon. I think the dragon's carcass is a good place. Let's rest on the dragon's body tonight."

The group nodded, stood up, and prepared to leave the square filled with bloodshed and battle. Just as they turned around, the three-headed monster suddenly broke free from Huo Xiuxiu's control, and all three heads exploded. A huge shockwave, carrying immense power, enveloped Zhang Shi and his group, and the explosion resounded throughout the entire red area.

Ge Dalong immediately unleashed a water wall and an ice armor, while Huo Xiuxiu also used her aura to defend. However, their actions were futile against the power of the explosion. Zhang Shi and the others lost consciousness almost instantly. Fortunately, Pipi reacted quickly, transforming into a streak of light and entering Zhang Shi's White Tiger space, thus escaping the disaster.

When Zhang Shi regained consciousness, he felt a splitting headache and his bones felt like they were falling apart. He struggled to open his eyes and found himself in a strange and dimly lit space, surrounded by an old and decaying aura.

"Where is this?" Zhang Shi muttered to himself, trying to stand up, but his legs were too weak to move.

He looked around and found that Zhao Feng and Ge Dalong were also lying not far away, their fates unknown.

Huo Xiuxiu has disappeared!

Despite the excruciating pain, Zhang Shi crawled towards them and checked their condition one by one. Fortunately, they were all still breathing faintly, but they were severely injured and unconscious.