Zhuhai Sanzhuxiang Building (lower)
Like two valiant cheetahs, Lin Yu and Ouyang Zhenghao charged once again at the terrifying figure, engaging in an even more intense, life-or-death struggle. Lin Yu's gaze was as firm as steel, closely following the figure's every move, secretly pondering a countermeasure. He knew full well that this time, they had the heavy responsibility of buying time for Chen Yao to decipher the secret of the symbol, and they couldn't afford to retreat. "Ouyang, we have to find a way to keep this monster's attention focused on us. We can't let it distract Chen Yao!" Lin Yu shouted, his voice echoing through the passage with a desperate determination. His heartbeat was remarkably loud in the silent passage, each beat a drum of encouragement for this difficult battle.
Ouyang Zhenghao gritted his teeth, veins popping out on his forehead. The severe pain from the wound on his arm did not affect his fighting spirit at all. "Don't worry, Lin Yu, I won't hold you back!" He roared, brandishing the weapon in his hand and attacking the vital parts of the figure. The weapon collided with the sharp claws of the figure, splashing a series of sparks and making a harsh sound. Ouyang Zhenghao only felt a huge recoil force coming from his arm, which made his arm numb, but he still held the weapon tightly and did not retreat. In his heart, the desire for victory has overcome the fear and pain. He knows very well that they can't slack off at this moment, otherwise not only will their lives be in danger, but they will also implicate Shen Yao and make all their efforts go to waste.
The figure, seemingly enraged by the two men's attacks, let out a deafening roar that echoed through the passage, threatening to shatter everything around it. Its body trembled slightly, and its previously hollow eyes now glowed with an eerie red light, appearing even more ferocious and terrifying. Suddenly, with ghostly speed, it flashed before Lin Yu, claws slashing at his throat. Startled, Lin Yu dodged to the side, but was still a step too slow. Its claws grazed his cheek, leaving a faint trail of blood. Blood dripped down his cheek and onto the ground, leaving Lin Yu feeling the threat of death. Undeterred, he seized the moment the figure's attack missed and swiftly counterattacked, stabbing the figure's chest with his weapon. However, the figure's skin was as hard as iron, and the weapon only scratched its chest, failing to cause any substantial damage.
Meanwhile, Chen Yao was absorbed in studying the symbols on the wall. Her eyes were fixed on the twisted and bizarre symbols, her mind racing as she tried to recall all the mystical knowledge she knew. "The arrangement and flow of these symbols contain some kind of pattern. There must be a way to decipher it," Chen Yao muttered to herself, beads of sweat covering her forehead. Her fingers gently traced the outlines of the symbols on the wall, trying to find the key to deciphering them. Suddenly, a flash of sudden enlightenment flashed in her eyes. "I get it! The order to decipher these symbols should be counterclockwise, starting with this eye-shaped symbol," Chen Yao said excitedly, a slight tremor in her voice, a mixture of nervousness and anticipation.
Chen Yao took a deep breath and began to gently touch the symbols on the wall in the order she had deduced. When her finger touched the first symbol, it suddenly emitted a faint light, which spread across the wall, forming a mysterious pattern. Immediately afterwards, the second symbol also lit up, echoing the light of the first symbol. Chen Yao was delighted, knowing that her deduction was correct. However, just as she was about to touch the third symbol, a cold and eerie wind suddenly blew in the passage, and the sound of the wind whistled past, as if countless wronged souls were wailing in her ears. This sudden change made the situation even more tense, and Chen Yao's hands trembled slightly.
"Chen Yao, how are you doing over there?" Lin Yu shouted anxiously while fighting with the figure. He could feel the atmosphere in the passage becoming increasingly strange and worried about Chen Yao's safety.
Chen Yao gritted her teeth and said, "I am cracking it and have successfully activated two symbols, but this cold wind may interfere with my cracking process. You guys hold on a little longer!" There was a hint of anxiety in Chen Yao's voice. She knew that time was running out. If she couldn't crack the symbols as soon as possible, not only would she be in danger, but Lin Yu and Ouyang Zhenghao would also be in desperate situation.
Upon hearing Chen Yao's words, Lin Yu and Ouyang Zhenghao fought even harder against the shadow. Their attacks rained down like a hurricane, attempting to contain its movements. However, the shadow seemed to sense Chen Yao's ongoing attack and became even more frantic. It was no longer solely focused on Lin Yu and Ouyang Zhenghao's attacks, and from time to time it would cast fierce glances in Chen Yao's direction, as if wanting to rush over and stop her.
"We can't let it get close to Chen Yao!" Lin Yu shouted, throwing himself at the figure with all his might, blocking its path with his body. Ouyang Zhenghao quickly followed, attacking the figure from the side, trying to distract it. The figure roared angrily, struggling under the attacks of the two men, but it still tried to break through their defenses and rush towards Chen Yao.
In this tense atmosphere, Chen Yao suppressed her fear and pressure and continued to decipher the symbols. After the third symbol lit up, the fourth remained unresponsive. Chen Yao's heart sank, realizing something might be amiss. She scrutinized the symbols carefully, noticing that the lines on the fourth symbol seemed blurred, unlike the others. "Could it be that I'm deciphering them in the wrong order? Or are there other conditions that haven't been met?" Chen Yao pondered, sweat forming on her forehead.
At this moment, Ouyang Zhenghao was accidentally hit by the figure's claws while fighting with the figure, falling to the ground. The figure took the opportunity to break free from Lin Yu's attack and rushed towards Chen Yao. Lin Yu was shocked and hurriedly chased after it, trying to stop the figure. "Chen Yao, be careful!" Lin Yu shouted loudly.
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