Chapter 171: Chapter 133: This Is a True Genius
Although he was only a Level 2 Warrior and Level 2 Assassin, one Level lower than the Bronze Level Goblins, he genuinely possessed the Strength of a Level 3 Warrior and the Agility of a near-Level 3 Assassin.
Coupled with a high-burst Skill like [Sword Charge Strike], his killing power was far greater than that of a typical Level 3 Assassin. It was hard to say about heavily armored Knight Class individuals, but he could definitely kill a Warrior.
As for Shefilya, there was even less to say. For a Senior Level Assassin to kill a Level 3 Warrior was as easy as child’s play.
"This..."
The few Assassins exchanged glances. As their Profession was generally not one for words, no one spoke for a moment, but they all wore expressions of doubt.
There hadn’t been time for introductions earlier, so they didn’t know these two newcomers. Although they seemed to have some strength, just how strong could they be... ’Could they possibly be Senior Level Assassins?’
"The battle has already begun. In any case, let’s continue scouting according to the plan from the past few days... As for the method you two mentioned, if you can really pull it off, you can proceed with your own plan first. We will find an opportunity to coordinate with you depending on the situation."
Finally, a slightly older Assassin stepped forward and spoke, attempting to smooth things over.
Lin Mo nodded and said no more.
This operation relied mainly on him and Shefilya from the start.
If these Assassins could have solved the problem, they would have made their move days ago.
It was enough for them to simply scout and provide information on the enemy’s location.
Without further delay, the group cut into the battlefield from the flank.
Lin Mo’s speed was still a bit slower than a proper Level 3 Assassin, so he fell slightly behind.
Shefilya, in no rush to act, also stayed by his side.
Seeing this, the Assassins in front grew even more suspicious.
’Looking at them now, they don’t even seem as skilled as us. Can they really assassinate those Bronze Goblins?’
However, they were already on the battlefield and had no time for such thoughts. They quickly threw themselves into scouting and, when the opportunity arose, decapitating Mutated Goblins.
Shefilya followed closely behind Lin Mo, her gaze fixed on him.
Part of it was curiosity. Although she had seen this multi-talented genius fight on many occasions, observing him from such a close distance was still a novel experience.
Moreover, he had just learned two Assassin Profession Skills and would most likely use them in the upcoming battle.
Shefilya also wanted to see just how quickly he could practice and master Skills.
Furthermore, Lin Mo was one of the targets she had been tasked to protect by her mistress. Compared to assassinating enemies, she had to prioritize his safety.
Having just acquired new Skills, he was naturally itching to try them out. Besides, newly obtained Skills were the easiest way to improve, so of course Lin Mo planned to test out those two Assassin Skills.
They moved through the flank of the battlefield and soon spotted a target.
It was an adult Mutated Goblin. Although it posed no threat to the current Lin Mo, it would still provide its share of Skill Level.
So, he activated [Invisibility], and his figure vanished instantly. He then swiftly circled behind the Goblin and stabbed directly at the back of its heart with his Black Sword.
It was an unquestionable one-hit kill. The Mutated Goblin fell into a pool of its own blood, dying without ever knowing who had killed it.
[Invisibility] Skill Level +8
[Backstab] Skill Level +8
’Just as I thought. Even though they’re Assassin Class Skills, they don’t have weapon restrictions. I can use them with a One-Handed Sword and still gain Skill Level.’
’What a strange fighting style.’
Shefilya, who had witnessed everything from the side, pursed her lips.
Using a Sword to unleash Assassin Class Skills felt odd to a traditional Assassin like her.
It was like eating barbecue without salt, dipping it in milk instead.
’Still, his use of the Skills was quite good.’
There was no need to mention the Stealth Skill; Shefilya had been startled the first time she saw it. It was most likely an Excellent Level Skill.
His use of the newly learned [Backstab] was also textbook. The movements were clean and decisive. While there was nothing particularly remarkable about it, and it was obvious his Skill Level was low, the execution itself was basically flawless.
He didn’t look like someone who had just learned it an hour or two ago...
’Again, again!’
Having gained Skill Level, Lin Mo’s Spirit was instantly lifted, and he continued searching for his next target.
Before finding the real mission targets, he would use these "appetizers" to grind his Skill Levels.
Soon, he locked onto a second target.
This time it was a sub-adult Mutated Goblin. A bit lackluster, but it was better than nothing.
Lin Mo quickly moved forward and dealt with it in the same fashion.
[Invisibility] Skill Level +3
[Backstab] Skill Level +5
...
Shefilya followed behind him, quietly observing his technique.
There didn’t seem to be much difference when he took out the first three Demons, but when he found and attacked the fourth—
Shefilya’s gaze suddenly sharpened. She noticed Lin Mo’s Skill Level had clearly improved.
His movements were sharper than before, his positioning more precise, and even the power of his Skills had slightly increased.
’This fast?!!’
’How many times has he even used it?’
Utterly astonished, Shefilya recalled the hellish training she had endured as a child, and complex emotions welled up inside her.
This short while of practice was worth several days of her own hard work back then!
’Perhaps... this is what a true genius is like...’
Recalling how she herself was once called a "genius," Shefilya suddenly felt the urge to laugh.
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