Chapter 891: The Seven Sins
The Mind Blade did not trigger any immunity effect, indicating that this ability was not a form of forced mental control. Through practical experience, Su Xiao discovered that the Mind Blade typically provided immunity against strong mental control abilities, such as forced charm or mental stun.
The influence he was currently under was more of an emotional amplification, which misled his judgment. The amplified emotions, in combination, led to his impaired decision-making. Su Xiao's strong willpower could quickly suppress it if it were a single emotion. For example, when he saw that female student, although he had the urge to assault her, he managed to restrain himself through sheer willpower.
Realising the nature of the problem, Su Xiao breathed a sigh of relief. The real danger of this emotion-influencing ability lay in its subtlety. Once detected, it was no longer as threatening.
As for how to dispel it, Su Xiao had already identified the symbols on his arm. Given his capabilities, breaking the influence wasn't tricky. He converted 100 mana points into Qinggang Ying energy, channelling it into his right arm.
Qinggang Ying's energy surged outward, different from its usual surface attachment; this time, it shot directly outwards. The energy brushed past the seven symbols on his arm. As he meditated, Su Xiao sensed the symbols gradually leaving his skin, gathering in the air to form the phrase "parting gift."
The symbols completely disappeared, and Su Xiao opened his eyes. With the source of emotional interference resolved, he felt much calmer. The earlier influence on his emotions had caused considerable mental turmoil.
Blood dripped from Su Xiao's mouth as he understood what had happened. The anomalous violator, the target of his hunting mission, had attacked him. At some point, this violator used an ability called "Scythe of the Seven Sins" on Su Xiao. This ability could be cast over a kilometre away, likely only needing a photo or alias of Su Xiao to take effect.
Such a distant casting range, combined with solid concealment and emotional manipulation, made this ability exceptionally dangerous. It could indeed kill invisibly by amplifying emotions like arrogance, anger, lust, gluttony, and greed. Even if the target didn't die directly from the Scythe of the Seven Sins, they might fall prey to other characters in this dangerous world.
Fortunately, Su Xiao's willpower was strong enough. Otherwise, his personality might have drastically changed under the influence of his ability. It wasn't just about torturing enemies or impulsively killing; it could have led to a total loss of control.