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Chapter 5 - Chapter 5: "Searching for the Entry Point"

Their steps moved in unison, crossing through the softly shining ruins, leaving behind the now-controlled center of power. The bright blue sky returned to light up the world, but tension still lingered in their hearts. They knew the fight was not over.

"If we want to save the world and confront a force greater than this," said Sai Fan, gazing into the distance.

"Exactly," Nai Seng nodded seriously. "We need to find where the entry point is. If we don't know the way, we'll never stop that other evil power."

Sei Fun sighed deeply, then looked at his friends. "I feel a strong energy underground," he said. "Maybe there's something down there that can help us."

The four of them began exploring the ruins toward a small valley hidden behind a hill. There, they found a large, flat stone—appearing ancient and untouched for a long time.

"This… looks like an ancient altar," Nai Seng whispered, touching the stone. "I sense a hidden power here."

Sai Fan observed carefully, then raised his hand. He directed his golden aura toward the stone, trying to uncover what secret might be concealed within.

"There's… a swirling energy here," he said softly. "Like a vortex leading to another dimension."

"Then, we need to activate that energy," Sei Fun added. "Maybe with our combined magic, we can open a portal."

Nai Seng nodded. "I'll help stabilize this energy. We must focus completely."

With their teamwork, Nai Seng channelled blue energy from her staff into the stone, while Sai Fan aligned his golden aura. Sei Fun prepared his magical tools to assist the process. Slowly, the energy around the stone began to spin faster, emitting bright, pulsating light.

Suddenly, a large vortex formed above the stone, revealing a shimmering, slowly rotating gate. They knew they had found the entry point to another world.

"This is it," Sai Fan whispered excitedly. "We're going in to save everything."

But just as they prepared to step into the vortex, a loud roar echoed from behind the ruins. Once again, a huge creature appeared, larger and more terrifying than before. It was a stronger, more powerful demon—one that wielded dark, destructive energy from deep within this world.

"No! You will never escape!" the creature roared, its voice echoing through the valley.

"Quick!" Sai Fan shouted, pulling his friends toward the vortex.

"Don't be afraid," Nai Seng called out, firing blue energy at the creature to distract it.

Sei Fun clenched his sword tightly, ready to protect his friends. "We have to hurry!"

The creature leapt toward them, swinging its massive claws and knocking over a large stone nearby. They ran as fast as they could toward the glowing gate, the energy vortex spinning faster and faster.

With one final leap, they jumped into the gate, feeling their bodies pulled by an overwhelming force. Light enveloped them, and in an instant, they plunged into another world—far darker and more threatening.

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The world they entered was entirely different from before. The sky was a deep purple, with thick clouds swirling overhead. The ground was filled with ruins and shattered buildings, as if this world had been in endless war.

"This… is far more terrifying," Nai Seng whispered, looking around.

"And we must be quick," Sai Fan emphasized. "If we're late, that power will revive and destroy everything."

They slowly trekked across the harsh, debris-covered land. They knew they couldn't delay—because the evil force, which they called the Demon King, was waiting here to rise again.

"This is the entry point," Nai Seng whispered, pointing toward a large building resembling a tall tower reaching into the dark sky.

"If we can reach the top," Sei Fun said, "we might be able to destroy the power there and stop their evil plans."

They began climbing the tower carefully. Along the way, they faced small creatures and demon guards trying to block their path. But they were undeterred—each step charged with courage and unity.

After a hard struggle, they finally reached the top of the tower. There, they saw a large altar surrounded by glowing crystals. In the center was a shimmering artifact that seemed to be the main source of power.

"This is it," Sai Fan whispered. "We need to touch this artifact and use it to open the way to the real dimension."

But just as they approached, another figure emerged from the shadows—a huge demon with dark wings and glowing red eyes. It was one of the lieutenants of the evil forces guarding this world.

"Not so easily," the creature's voice boomed. "You will never have this power. I will destroy you first!"

A fierce battle erupted at the top of the tower. They had to fight an enemy far stronger than before. Sai Fan unleashed his golden aura, Nai Seng fired her blue magic, and Sei Fun fought with his sword.

The fight was intense, full of bravery and sacrifice. They knew that victory here would determine the fate of this world and theirs.

Finally, after a exhausting struggle, they defeated the demon lieutenant and touched the artifact on the altar. A great light shone from the artifact, piercing through the entire world and opening a pathway to a larger, more dangerous dimension.

"This… we must hurry," Sai Fan whispered, gazing toward the large gate formed from the artifact's power.

They stepped into it with hearts full of hope and courage, ready to face whatever awaited them in this new world.

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