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A strange premonition filled Yan Xiaobao as he analyzed the petals, giving him an odd sensation. When he realized this feeling originated from the fusion of his soul with Lan Feng, he was astonished. If he pulled the connected thread, he could withdraw the spiritual power absorbed by Lan Feng.
The fused soul indeed allowed the other party to borrow strength. Relief washed over Yan Xiaobao's face as he realized he no longer needed to retreat in fear of the invisible black-clad individuals now residing in the City Lord's mansion. He could burn them himself.
Although the spiritual energy and Qi had been absorbed by Yan Xiaobao and Lan Feng, a golden energy far surpassing other energies continuously swirled around his meridians. It cleansed his body, causing the steam to expand, and sweat to turn into harsh, filthy water, which was forcibly discharged from his pores.
