The five's coordinated teamwork gradually led them to a way to defeat the black bear. Li Hao's fire magic burned intensely in the distance, guiding the bear towards Zhang Wei's position. Zhang Wei used his sturdy body to withstand the bear's impact, while Lin Xiu's healing spells allowed him to endure for longer.

Using the speed of wind, Wang Meimei quickly circled behind the black bear and attacked its eyes. With a scream, the black bear covered its injured eye and fell into confusion.

At the crucial moment, Yang Long displayed his master-level strength, striking the black bear in a vital spot with a palm strike, sending it flying.

The five continued their ascent of Mount Song. The higher they climbed, the more powerful and diverse the mutated beasts they encountered became. There were birds and beasts, plant monsters, and even mutated aquatic creatures, each bringing new challenges.

During the climb, their communication became closer. Yang Long remained vigilant, saying, "The mutated beasts here are getting stronger; we must stay alert at all times."

Wang Meimei nodded in agreement: "Yes, Mount Song is indeed extraordinary, but perhaps that's precisely why the elixir of immortality appears here."

Li Hao then reminded everyone: "Try to conserve your physical and magical energy, and don't waste too much time on minor conflicts with these beasts."

Lin Xiu added, "Yes, our goal is the elixir; let's not get distracted. If anyone is injured, I will treat them promptly."

Zhang Wei joked, "Don't worry, I'll protect you all."

As the team continued their ascent of Mount Song, they faced increasing challenges. The mutated beasts became more and more cunning in their attacks, and every battle tested their strength and teamwork.

In a fierce battle, they faced a powerful mutated flying beast head-on. This beast had a sharp beak and strong wings, allowing it to easily attack by flying through the air. The battle was extremely brutal. Wang Meimei and Li Hao launched a combined attack, Yang Long used earth magic, Lin Xiu was responsible for healing, and Zhang Wei fought desperately to fend off the beast's attacks.

When they finally defeated this formidable foe, they were exhausted, but their unwavering goal drove them to continue. Just as they were about to give up, Yang Long discovered a mysterious cave. The cave's interior was filled with ancient runes and medicinal herbs, clearly traces left by cultivators.

Lin Xiu frowned and said, "There's a strong aura of immortality here; it seems we've found the right place. These runes and herbs might be related to elixirs of immortality."

Li Hao nodded in agreement: "Let's investigate first; maybe we can find some clues."

Wang Meimei exclaimed excitedly, "Perhaps we're one step closer to the elixir of immortality!"

The sun was gradually setting in the west, and the light in the cave was becoming dim. Wang Meimei and the others carefully examined the runes and medicinal herbs inside the cave, each of them immersed in their own thoughts, searching for clues that could guide them to the elixir of immortality.

Suddenly, footsteps sounded at the entrance of the cave, and a small team of cultivators entered. Wang Meimei and her group turned around, and the name of the newcomers, "Sky Wolf Team," was prominently displayed on their vests.

Liu Yang, the leader of the Sirius Squad, is a tall, muscular male cultivator. His face is etched with a thick beard, exuding an aura of recklessness and wildness. His eyes are filled with ambition; he has always yearned to become a top figure in the cultivation world.

Li Na is a female cultivator in the Sirius Squad. She possesses a clever and witty personality, with short, messy hair and sharp eyes. Li Na's smile carries a hint of provocation; she is clearly very interested in competition.

Zhang Yu is another male cultivator in the Sirius Squad. He is burly, with bulging muscles, exuding an aura of strength and combativeness. Zhang Yu's face is adorned with scars, suggesting he is a cultivator who has experienced many fierce battles.

Liu Yang waved confidently to Wang Meimei and the others, saying in a vulgar tone, "Hey, are you here to steal the treasure too? Let me tell you, no one can take this elixir away. Our Sirius Squad is not to be trifled with."

Wang Meimei and the others were wary of the Sirius team's arrival, but remained steadfast in their stance. They knew the cave might hold important clues, and they couldn't easily back down.

Wang Meimei coldly replied, "No matter who you are, we have the right to search for the elixir of immortality here. If you think you have the ability, then come and compete with us."

Yang Long added with a grin, "That's right, but you mustn't go back crying, okay?"

Li Hao angrily replied, "If you want the elixir, you'll have to get past us first!"

The atmosphere inside the cave was tense and heated, with both teams determined to seize the elixir. Liu Yang, the leader of the Sirius team, approached Wang Meimei and the others with a threatening look on his face. His muscles were bulging, clearly indicating that he was prepared to use force to take the elixir.

Liu Yang roared, "The elixir is right here, no one is allowed to touch it! Our Sirius Squad is not to be trifled with, you'd better get out of the way, or you'll face the consequences!"

Wang Meimei remained resolute, and she and her team showed no weakness. Standing in front of the team, she coldly replied, "We're here to seize the treasure too, and we won't back down. The ownership of the elixir depends on strength and opportunity."

Between the two sides, the powder keg had already been ignited, and conflict was imminent.

Liu Yang sneered, a powerful aura of cultivation energy gathering in his palm, seemingly ready to deal with any threat. He said provocatively, "You asked for this, don't blame us for being impolite!"

Wang Meimei remained silent, raising her hand to signal her team members to get ready. Each member of the team instinctively assumed a fighting stance; their mutual trust and understanding allowed them to cooperate closely in this crucial moment.

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