A few female disciples were massaging his back reluctantly. A few more were kneeling on the ground before him. Judging by their disheveled hair and bruised faces, they must have undergone excruciating torture.

As he walked into the hall, James witnessed the entire scene.

The humanlike eagle waved his hand upon sensing his presence, sending the female disciples who were massaging him flying. They collapsed heavily to the ground and cried out in pain.

The monster stood up. Looking at James,