Li Meirong didn't answer. She tried to rise up slowly once again, only to stumble back down.
Unfortunately, Ben Mo wasn't the only one rooted to the spot. Li Meirong had severely underestimated the extent of the damage which she had received. She felt lightheaded and could barely bring herself to make a step forward. Her condition seemed to be gradually worsening.
Li Meirong inhaled deeply as she concentrated on the spiritual essence flowing through her body, willing the blue flames into being. Yet the attempt proved to be unsuccessful. The flames emerged but were far too dim, like a fire that had burnt all night long, its last flickering embers greeting the morning sun right before perishing.
A feeling of despair washed over her as she took in the sight of Liang Rou Yan's overpowered state.
