"Ding, congratulations to the host for successfully fusing the crystal of the technique. The consumption fee has been deducted."

As the system's voice sounded, Lin Hao quickly discovered that ten thousand Lingyang Stones suddenly disappeared from the storage ring.

Compared to the last time at the auction, the cost of scanning the 'soul-searching technique' is ten times more!

The martial arts level of "Magic Shadow Covering the Sky" is higher than the Soul Searching Technique, so the cost required is naturally estimated to be higher.

Lin Hao felt relieved about this.

Immediately, he moved his mind slightly and browsed through the martial arts moves related to "Demon Shadow Covering the Sky".

Among them, the skills are not mainly for attack, but more for auxiliary purposes.

There are three types of moves.

The first one is shadow movement.

Once performed, the body will be able to blend into the reflection of any object, as if isolated from the world. Even using mental power to detect, it is difficult to detect.

This move is very suitable for assassination.

When one reaches the top level of cultivation, one can even travel through the reflections of various objects, just like teleporting through space.

However, the assassin obviously had not yet cultivated to this level. He could only stay fixed in the lurking reflection, wriggling and stretching through the shadow to quietly approach the enemy.

Because of this, it is easy to leave loopholes.

The second type is Demon Shadow Fission.

Simply put, it is the art of clones.

The number of clones can be controlled by the caster himself.

But this does not mean that the more clones you have, the more advantages you have.

Because the energy contained in the original body is always fixed and limited, it will decrease relatively with the number of clones.

For example, a Lingyang Stone is worth ten thousand taels.

Even if it is divided into ten silver notes worth one thousand taels, its total value remains unchanged.

The whole situation is nothing more than splitting the energy of the main body into ten parts.

Although it doesn't have much effect, it is still a powerful martial arts move when used to confuse the enemy in battle.

The third type is the devil’s domain covering the sky.

This type of moves can be said to be the essence of the entire martial arts. If it is mastered, it can unleash a dark field.

Within the domain, the caster is an almost god-like being, able to manipulate the energy within and do whatever they please.

Lin Hao couldn't help but feel secretly glad about this.

The assassin named Shadow seems to have not yet learned this technique.

Otherwise, if the opponent had used 'Demon Realm Covering the Sky' just now, even with the help of the four beasts, the chances of winning would have been extremely slim.

After carefully reading the effects of the exercises, a look of surprise gradually appeared on Lin Hao's face.

With this skill, he will undoubtedly have more confidence in the Hundred Colleges Competition three months later.

"laugh--!"

Immediately, Lin Hao flicked his fingers, and a beam of spiritual energy burst out.

There was a loud bang, and the isolation formation covering the inner courtyard of the courtyard collapsed instantly.

The commotion here immediately attracted the attention of the guards in other areas of the City Lord's Mansion.

Suddenly, a burst of hurried footsteps was heard.

About ten breaths later, more than a hundred guards, fully armed, came running towards them.

Even Bai Lin rushed here.

"assassin?!"

When they saw the body lying in a pool of blood, their pupils shrank slightly and they looked hurriedly towards Lin Hao who was not far away.

Seeing that Lin Hao was safe and sound, Bai Lin couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

Obviously, he didn't expect that an assassin would sneak into the City Lord's Mansion!

"My Lord, are you okay?"

Bai Lin immediately stepped forward and asked.

At the same time, a rune jade slip suddenly appeared in his hand.

As he got closer, the scarlet runes on the jade slip glowed brighter and brighter.

After confirming Lin Hao's identity, Bai Lin's expression showed a little relief.

After all, this time the lord was attacked, and the current situation in the Territory of Chaos is serious, so he has to be cautious.

"Don't try, it's me."

Lin Hao naturally saw through Bai Lin's little trick and said indifferently.

"I did not mean to offend you. Please forgive me, Lord."

Bai Lin quickly bowed and saluted, his face full of awe.

"It's okay, you did a great job."

Lin Hao smiled calmly and exclaimed in admiration.

"Thank you for the compliment, Lord."

Bai Lin smiled, feeling somewhat flattered.

"Take the body away and immediately search the mansion thoroughly. If any assassins are found, kill them all!"

Immediately, Bai Lin glanced sharply at the guards behind him and gave orders.

"Yes, Butler Bai!"

Many guards immediately took action.

"Bai Lin, I remember you had left the City Lord's Mansion before, why are you back?"

Lin Hao's questioning voice carried a hint of profound meaning.

Hearing this, Bai Lin felt a chill in his heart.

His wisdom far exceeded that of ordinary people, and he immediately understood the meaning of Lin Hao's words.

After all, the lord was assassinated tonight, and anyone could be a suspect.

To think about it from another perspective, if the lord dies, the person who can gain the greatest benefit from it must be the most suspicious.

As the acting general manager of the city, equivalent to the second-in-command, he was inevitably suspected.

"My Lord, I came here this time because I have something urgent to report."

Bai Lin suppressed the negative emotions in his heart and said solemnly: "The spies we sent out sent back intelligence that the Black Feather Legion suddenly marched tonight."

"In about half an hour, we will reach the Territory of Chaos!"

Hearing this, Lin Hao's expression changed slightly.

The enemy's progress was one day faster than expected.

With such a sudden change, I wonder what strategy the commander of the Black Feather Legion, Lu Cang, has? !

"What do you think?"

Lin Hao looked at Bai Lin and asked.

Bai Lin pondered for a while, then said, "Lu Cang is always vigorous and resolute in leading troops to fight."

"He suddenly came up with this drama during this march. According to my subordinates' guess, the enemy is expected to arrive at the Territory of Chaos tonight and launch a siege operation. This is a test to formulate the subsequent strategic deployment!"

Hearing this, a hint of coldness flashed across Lin Hao's eyes, and he said, "In that case, pass the order immediately and have the entire army enter an emergency state of preparation for war!"

"good."

Bai Lin's face was slightly stern, and he immediately nodded to accept the order.

Just as he was about to leave, he suddenly stopped and said calmly: "Master, I have no ulterior motives."

The way Lin Hao is addressed was restored to his previous respectful title.

Soon, Lin Hao's voice came from behind, "I believe you."

Bai Lin's hanging hands trembled slightly.

The negative emotions in his heart disappeared instantly after hearing Lin Hao's words.

Immediately, Bai Lin stopped stopping and quickly left the City Lord's Mansion, starting to mobilize troops and generals to prepare for battle.

A tense atmosphere suddenly enveloped the entire chaotic city again.

Half an hour later.

An elite army appeared on the land of chaos.

The densely packed soldiers were all wearing black armor, with a black metal feather inserted in their helmets, which shone with a cold edge under the moonlight.

This is none other than the Xingyu Empire’s ace regular army, the Black Feather Legion!