Ye Lingyun looked up and saw an enormous dark shadow looming over the ancient forest. Its shape was indistinct, yet it radiated a heart-stopping sense of oppression. It was a terrifying existence beyond ordinary spirit beasts, its aura ancient and powerful, as though it were the guardian of this forest.
"Everyone, stay calm. We'll find a way." Ye Lingyun's voice rang out among the group. Though his heart was equally filled with tension and unease, his voice was exceptionally firm.
Bing Qing'er gripped her ice-crystal longsword, determination shining in her eyes. "Ye Lingyun, we believe in you."
Ye Lingyun nodded, his gaze locked on the enormous dark shadow. He knew they had to act quickly. Once that being attacked, they would have no chance of winning.
"Nine-Tailed Heavenly Fox, Heart of Ice Seal!" Ye Lingyun called sharply. Behind him, the phantom of the Nine-Tailed Heavenly Fox appeared once more, its nine tails swaying gently in the air and radiating an icy glow.
Just then, however, the enormous dark shadow suddenly moved. It extended a massive tentacle and swept it toward Ye Lingyun and the others. Before the tentacle even reached them, an overwhelming pressure already made it difficult for them to breathe.
"Dodge!" Ye Lingyun shouted, his body turning into a streak of light as he darted aside. The others scrambled to evade it too, but the tentacle was simply too fast. Several contestants were still struck and let out groans of pain.
A flicker of anxiety crossed Ye Lingyun's eyes. He knew they could not keep passively taking blows like this. Drawing a deep breath, he began mobilizing the Star Power within his body, preparing to strike back.
"Ice Seal Throne, condense!" A note of resolve entered Ye Lingyun's voice. Behind him, the Ice Seal Throne let out a