Killing the ape

The ape's expression grew more violent, and its other palm reached out once again, blocking Shaun's path forward. Shaun was suspended in the air, and if this blow were to be blocked, he would be at a disadvantage. The mutated ape's face showed a hint of cruel intent; it couldn't wait to devour Shaun's Crystal core and flesh.

However, in an instant, a strange and intangible shock wave struck the ape's mind. Shaun's eyes gleamed with a strange light as he initiated a mental attack. Even more powerful creatures would fall into a dazed negative state when faced with such an attack. The ape was no exception.

A sense of confusion appeared in its violent eyes, and its incoming palm came to a sudden halt in mid-air. Shaun, his speed undiminished, tightly gripped the long knife in his right hand. He let out a loud shout, and the sharp blade effortlessly pierced through the ape's defenses once again.