A new crisis emerged as the cold, grim-faced man quietly withdrew a black jade bottle from his robes, its surface etched with bizarre, eerie runes. A sinister smile curled at the corners of his mouth. Taking advantage of the fierce battle raging around them, he uncorked the bottle. A plume of black smoke billowed out, instantly diffusing through the air and carrying with it a nauseating, foul stench.
Lin Li caught the scent and his heart sank. "What kind of devilry is this? System, analyze it immediately!"
The System responded promptly: "Unknown evil energy detected. It appears capable of manipulating the minds of living beings. Immediate evacuation is advised."
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