Chapter 35: Chapter 35: The Powerful Phantom Assassin
The Phantom Assassin named Sarah gave a slight bow to Cao Xing, holding the two Shadow Blades that emitted a chilling gleam.
Cao Xing nodded: “Welcome to the team, Sarah Blade Dance.”
Sarah showed no reaction.
Liu Muxue then softly added: “Welcome, Sarah.”
Hearing the voice, the aloof Phantom Assassin turned her gaze to Liu Muxue and responded, “Thank you, beautiful lady, Sarah Blade Dance at your service.”
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Cao Xing rolled his eyes from the side.
This Phantom Assassin was quite cool, only responding to Liu Muxue and ignoring him.
However, he was already accustomed to these new recruits’ cold responses upon joining, allowing a faint smile to slip onto his lips.
Then, Cao Xing checked the attributes of this Phantom Assassin.
[Phantom Assassin: Sarah Blade Dance]
[Race: Dark Elf]
[Level: Level 20 7613/100000 (Second Order Elite Level Creature)]
[Life Value: 6713 (Equipment Bonus)]
[Attack Power: 731~754 (Weapon Bonus)]
[Armor: 134~151 (Equipment Bonus)]
[Attributes: Power 234, Agility 307, Spirit 227, Constitution 251]
[Skills: Obstructive Dagger (Throws a dagger, dealing 130% attack power damage to the enemy, and reducing the enemy’s agility by 135, cool down time 180 seconds.)
Phantom Invisible (Blurs one’s form, hides one’s aura, increases evasion probability by 30% in stealth status, and increases move speed by 20%. Duration 5 minutes, cooling time 8 minutes)
Blessed Relief (When attacking, has a 30% probability of dealing 225% damage, a 15% probability of dealing 315% damage, and a 5% probability of dealing 432% damage.)]
[Talent: Shadow Body (In stealth status, additionally increases evasion rate by 15%.)]
[Bonds: Assassin (When there are more than 3 assassins in the team, the trigger probability of Blessed Relief increases by 5%, and by 10% when more than 10.)]
[Satiety: 63]
[Loyalty: 59]
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Cao Xing’s eyes showed an unhidden look of astonishment.
Clearly, this was a rather terrifying existence.
With an attack power of over seven hundred, a random critical hit could even compare to a shot from [Barrett].
If [Blessed Relief] triggered, that single strike could directly slice off the enemy’s skull.
At this moment, Cao Xing couldn’t help but remark: “This isn’t an assassin; it’s basically a berserker, taking down enemies with a single stroke!”
Nevertheless, although Sarah was very strong now,
With the permanent talent enhancements from Cao Xing, she could still be improved by several levels.
Therefore, Cao Xing looked at Sarah with interest and said, “So, Sarah, I will now apply a Blessing effect on you, are you willing to accept it?”
Sarah slightly parted her lips, querying, “Blessing?”
Cao Xing nodded, “Indeed.”
Sarah didn’t immediately reply, seeming to hesitate.
Partly because she didn’t trust this new Lord, and partly because she doubted in the face of his lacking power, what powerful Blessing effect could be applied to her?
After a brief pause, Sarah lightly nodded, “Very well, please apply the Blessing to me.”
Then, without needing more words from Cao Xing,
Yilena applied [Snake-man Tribe Frenzy] and [Scale Armor] onto her.
Sarah shuddered as she distinctly felt the might of this power.
Her thin lips parted slightly, before she could speak up.
Cao Xing also cast [Ice Healing Skill], [Ice Armor Skill], along with Liu Muxue’s [Aurora Blessing].
After receiving a total of five permanent buffs,
Sarah was completely rigid in place.
Then, Cao Xing noticed her shoulders trembling slightly.
As an assassin frequently engaged in assassinations, Sarah knew better than anyone else the terrifying nature of these permanent statuses!
They not only significantly increased her endurance but also heightened her survival capabilities.
Especially Yilena’s [Snake-man Tribe Frenzy], which was a percentage-based buff.
Sarah could feel her move speed and attack speed soaring another level.
A heavy breathing sound came from beneath her helmet.
Then, she placed the Shadow Blades in front of her chest and respectfully bowed to Cao Xing.
“Thank you for your Blessing, great Lord.”
“Sarah Blade Dance pledges loyalty to you!”
This bow was truly heartfelt from Sarah.
At Cao Xing’s ears, a system prompt surfaced.
[You helped your follower: Sarah Blade Dance enhance her power, loyalty increased, current loyalty 71]
A smile appeared on Cao Xing’s face.
Then, he turned to look at others in the territory.
“Well, let’s continue moving now.”
“Target, Mole Man Mine!”
Assam and Andrew both replied.
“Following the Lord’s will.”
At this moment, the aloof Sarah also softly said, “The Shadow Holy Hall will guide me forward.”
Cao Xing nodded in satisfaction.
Then, he took Liu Muxue along with him.
Five figures set out from the camp, venturing into the endless snowy plains.
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An hour later, the group appeared amidst the boundless ice field.
A long trail of footprints was left in the snow behind them.
The weather forecast mentioned snow tonight, and these footprints would soon disappear.
Cao Xing halted his steps.
For they had reached the marked location on Assam’s map.
It was a snow-covered mountain with what seemed to be a path leading underground at its base.
Assam spoke first, “My Lord, that is the mine I discovered yesterday.”
Cao Xing nodded and proceeded with the team.
As they approached, a system prompt appeared before them.
[Mole Man Mine: Special Area (active with a large number of Mole Men and some special dangers, approach with caution).]
[Danger Level: Extremely Dangerous]
Once again, an extreme danger warning.
However, Cao Xing paid no heed.
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Compared to his time at Hunter Camp, his power had significantly improved.
Cao Xing waved his hand and said, “Enter then.”
Understanding what he meant, everyone proceeded together towards the mine.
With the highest defensive power, Andrew went first, followed by Assam.
As for Sarah, she slipped into the shadows upon entering the mine.
Cao Xing couldn’t sense her presence at all,
But he knew Sarah was nearby.
Liu Muxue held up her shield, cautiously watching the surroundings.
She understood that her task was to protect Cao Xing from harm.
Upon entering the mine, a system prompt appeared,
[You have entered a special area: Mole Man Mine.]
[Current Temperature: -34°C]
The temperature inside the mine was somewhat higher, gradually dispelling the cold within their bodies.
Cao Xing noticed a couple of torches emitting a blue flame on the cave walls.
“Assam, help me take down those torches.”
Assam complied.
[Obtained Magic Stone Torch*1]
[Magic Stone Torch: a low-energy consumption lighting tool, one magic energy stone can provide illumination for up to half a year.]
(Note: You can remove the Magic Energy Stone from the torch.)
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