The Blood-Clad Wraith sneered, sharp barbs sprouting from its tendrils, and said coldly:

"Oh? Really?"

Lin En replied calmly, "First of all, I'm a compassionate doctor. Likewise, I have many caring patients and clients. If I'm gone, they won't be able to find me, and they'll be very upset."

"For example, those two bald guys fighting to the death outside the alley right now—they're my loyal customers and friends."