They slowly made their way along the winding mountain path. With every step, the scenery around them grew stranger and more mysterious. The familiar mountains and woods were now shrouded in a thin mist, making it feel as though they had entered an entirely different world.
Suddenly, a chilling aura swept over them like a cold current, making everyone shiver. The boy frowned slightly, his vigilance instantly rising to its peak. He gripped the sword in his hand tightly and stared ahead with blazing eyes.
The others sensed the unusual aura as well. Their steps became even more cautious, afraid of encountering some danger. Yet despite their care, when they truly stepped into Misty Forest, the sight before them still startled them.
Dense fog filled the forest, reducing visibility so severely that they could barely make out their surroundings. Worse still, they felt countless eyes watching them from the darkness. The sensation of being observed sent chills down their spines.
"Be careful, everyone. There's something strange about this forest," the boy warned in a low voice. His words sounded especially clear in the silent woods. The others nodded in agreement.
The instant his words fell, a group of bizarre demons surged out from every direction like ghosts. They were hideous in appearance—some had twisted faces, some were covered in scales, and others spewed green flames from their mouths, giving off a nauseating stench.
Faced with the sudden attack, the boy showed no fear. With a loud shout, he charged into the horde like a fierce tiger. Sword light flashed in his hand, and every swing unleashed a sharp sword aura that instantly slew several demons.
Seeing this, the others also unleashed their own spells and entered a thrilling battle with the demons. For a time, the forest blazed with light