"This is..."
Lin Sheng's gaze fell squarely on the drop of strange blood.
It seemed to possess some sort of magic, drawing his gaze irresistibly toward it and making it impossible to look away.
Within a breath, the divine light in Lin Sheng's golden pupils receded. He rose to his feet, his consciousness sinking into chaos.
[Tian Yuan Ghost Whale (Desolate Beast)] [A powerful being born in the depths of the universe, possessing terrifying power beyond imagination. Though it died many eras ago, its body endured, transforming into a world under the influence of outside forces. (Although this is merely an insignificant drop of its blood essence, successfully consuming it may grant a trace of power over the world's laws. However, the consumer will also suffer the ghost whale's contamination.)] [Incorporation requirements: constitution 40, strength 40, spirit 20, Divine Embryo] [Incorporation effects: Constitution Boost 50, Strength Augmentation 50, spirit boost 30] [Talent: Star-Shattering Power] [Talent: Abyssal Body]
As the illusory panel appeared in his vision and a string of information sprang forth, Lin Sheng's scattered consciousness abruptly gathered, regaining its clarity.
He immediately withdrew, retreating from the drop of blood.
Cold sweat poured from his entire body. Beads of sweat dripped incessantly as he gasped for breath.
Just one glance-and despite the strength of his spirit, he had lost his sense of self without the slightest ability to resist.
He had no idea when he had approached the blood.
Had the Mountain Sea Scroll's system panel not appeared the instant he touched it, he was certain he would never have escaped that state.
He did not know what the final outcome would have been, but it certainly would not have been anything good.
He turned his head away from the blood. Only then did he have time to