Amidst the violent surge of water-elemental power, an exceptionally fine venomous needle floated along the waves. The needle, faintly green, was so tiny that it was barely noticeable within the vast, roiling currents of spiritual power.0

The ferocious water-elemental energy seemed intent on annihilating everything. The Essence-Devouring Spike exploded right in front of Hermit Baiyun, its terrifying power threatening his very life. In utter panic, he recalled the Sky-Trapping Pouch from its engagement with the malevolent corpse.0

Just then, the malevolent corpse swung a claw, striking the Sky-Trapping Pouch.0

Screech!0

Under the combined assault of the Essence-Devouring Spike and the malevolent corpse, the Sky-Trapping Pouch trembled violently, splitting open as its spiritual radiance dissipated—the top-grade artifact was utterly destroyed.0

Though the Sky-Trapping...0