The 38th step brought about a new, more intense ringing in Li Luo's ears. This was as strong as the energy vortex got, and by gosh was it the wildest ride he had ever been on.

The mad roar was all around him, and he could feel himself being blown about like a leaf in the wind. It was hard to even concentrate.

This 38th step was insane.

The cuts on his skin widened and widened, flayed open by the energy vortex. He was starting to feel cold, and a little faint from the loss of blood.

Whoosh.

He took a deep breath...