The sight of Long Wei's ink-black marks and violet blood elicited a collective gasp from the gathered elders and experts. They immediately recognized the gravity of the situation, realizing that Long Wei's enlightenment process had taken a dangerous turn.
Elder Cai's scarlet eyes widened with concern as he swiftly moved closer to Long Wei, emitting a gentle, pulsating energy from his hands. Elder Bohai's focus sharpened, and he extended his hand towards Long Wei, prepared to intervene if necessary.
Xu Weiyuan, though internally alarmed, maintained a composed facade, fully aware of the criticality of the moment. He understood that Long Wei's enlightenment had reached a crucial juncture, where the immense power and insights gained could potentially inflict irreparable damage to his physical and spiritual well-being.