The overwhelming insect swarm instantly engulfed Yu Yuan and Yu Hua. Yu Yuan immediately performed a mudra, forming a gigantic Samadhi Fire shield to protect them, but the swarm was crazed and fearless, continually charging into the shield.
In an instant, the two were entirely enveloped by the swarm. Yu Yuan's robust flesh allowed him to persevere, but Yu Hua let out a tragic cry: "Master, save me! Wuwuwuwu!"
Yu Yuan promptly unleashed his Shangqing mana at full strength, sending a massive ring of fire surging outward. When he looked towards his disciple's position, Yu Hua had already been devoured by the insects, leaving not even a trace behind.
Though Yu Yuan wasn't deeply attached to Yu Hua, there was still some sentiment, and he roared furiously, channeling his power to the limit. Suddenly, a monstrous entity surged out of the swarm like a cannonball, slamming into Yu Yuan. The creature's beetle-like mandibles latched onto Yu Yuan's body, emitting a chilling crunching sound.
