Zhang Kui immediately activated the Cave Abyss Skill to scan.
That tentacle, unknown to be a remnant of some Demon Beast, retained vitality even after leaving its main body, burrowing an inch into flesh, all heading towards the heart.
Fortunately, there was a Talisman affixed to the scholar's chest, its dim white glow vigorously protecting the heart meridians.
"Qi Ban!"
Zhang Kui did not hesitate, first immobilizing the Qi Mechanism of these tentacles, then made a grasping motion. Instantly, the tentacles shot out and were swept into blue smoke by the Geng Metal Evil Light.
Regrettably, these tentacles were not the main cause; the scholar had clearly been heavily struck, damaging his Divine Soul. He only groaned once and remained unconscious.
"What is going on!"
Yin Bai demanded sharply.
A black-clothed Profound Guard promptly cupped his hands and replied:
