Merging with Demon Spirits

Little Sister Dong’s injuries were not severe. Under Chen Tianming’s treatment, the bleeding from the wound stopped quickly. However, due to excessive blood loss, she felt somewhat weak, and her complexion appeared quite pale.

Seeing that she was not in any major trouble, everyone finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Although the wound had healed, the "Green Hat" on Little Sister Dong’s head didn’t disappear, as the Life Mushroom continued to release life force.

"The healing effect is indeed impressive!"

Lin Feng touched the green mushroom, feeling its tremble in his hand, and said with a smile.

Chen Tianming grinned.

After joining the Avengers Alliance, the improvement in strength was secondary; what moved him the most was this feeling of being recognized by his teammates.

Except for Yu Qiao, others didn’t mind the green hat at all, even finding it amusing.

As for Yu Qiao’s opinion, Chen Tianming didn’t care anymore.

Just as Lin Feng said: "This guy isn’t even qualified to wear a green hat!"

"Little Sister Dong, how did you get controlled? Did you feel anything?"

Yu Qiao also patted the green mushroom with his right hand and asked in confusion.

Although Jue Tian had already escaped, he obviously wouldn’t let things slide easily and might launch another assassination attempt.

Having learned from past experience, Jue Tian wouldn’t be greedy next time.

Jue Tian knew them well and was familiar with their data.

But apart from knowing about the Night Ghost, they had no knowledge of Jue Tian’s attack methods and soul skills.

"I don’t know either, just felt a sudden chill for a second or two, then I fainted and don’t remember anything,"

Little Sister Dong said with a confused face.

Having just regained consciousness, she didn’t even know how the injury on her abdomen came about?

"Did you feel anything before that?"

Yu Qiao continued to ask.

Little Sister Dong shook her head, clueless about everything.

She didn’t even know she’d hovered near the gate of death.

"What do we do now? Keep hunting?"

Though the crisis had been resolved, Jue Tian’s presence made everyone very uneasy.

This kind of top-level assassin watching in the dark was far more intimidating than an Emperor.

In the Land of Chaos, they would rather encounter an Emperor than face Jue Tian.

No one knew when Jue Tian would strike next, or at whom?

Their inability to trace Jue Tian meant that team members could be assassinated anytime if they weren’t careful.

At this moment, everyone started to understand why Jue Tian could single-handedly blockade a sect.

This is the deterrent power of a top-level assassin.

The threat of death kept everyone on edge, this nerve-wracking sensation was very unpleasant, and everyone occasionally looked around, always feeling like a pair of eyes was watching them from the dark.

It even felt like Jue Tian was not far from them.

"Yu Qiao, are you feeling inferior? You’re still a long way from a top assassin."

Zhan Tianyu teased Yu Qiao, lightening the mood.

"Damn you, if you were the one affected, I’d finish you off with one slash."

Yu Qiao cursed, though displeased, he didn’t refute.

"Amazing, this time you didn’t boast!" Zhan Tianyu said with a smile.

Yu Qiao rolled his eyes, too lazy to respond.

The others watched the scene with smiles; in the Avengers Alliance, Yu Qiao was usually quite arrogant.

Besides Lin Feng and Bu Zheng, Yu Qiao had never conceded to anyone, daring to provoke whoever he wanted!

Even Ye Xing and Yun Tianqi weren’t considered a threat in his eyes!

As he put it: "If not for being a few years older, they’re just one-slash material!"

It was enough to demonstrate Jue Tian’s prowess that even the proud and reckless Yu Qiao felt inferior.

"What are you laughing at!"

Yu Qiao complained again, displeased.

He was not just annoyed with everyone but also with himself.

Jue Tian was the universally recognized number one assassin of the younger generation. He had wanted to face him for some time.

He had even fantasized multiple times about their battle, thinking it would surely be an evenly matched and brutal fight.

But when it actually happened, he felt a deep sense of powerlessness.

For a Demon Spirit Master, there are various professions.

Other professions have many branches; warriors include Frenzy Warriors and Agile Battles, as well as Combat Mages.

For the assassin profession, there’s only one type, which is the assassin!

The attack methods of assassins are quite similar; they all involve close-range output, silently approaching the enemy, emphasizing a one-hit kill.

The similarity in attack methods also means the soul skills absorbed are similar.

Throughout, Yu Qiao never discovered Jue Tian’s presence.

Even Hong Yi’s sensing sand couldn’t detect any obstacles.

This is the power of the Divine Level Demon Spirit Night Ghost!

By performing [Ghost Possession], besides forcibly controlling others, one’s body can become phantom-like for a short time, akin to a ghost.

If guessed correctly, Jue Tian also absorbed [Shadow Binding].

The effect of Ghost Possession alone might not be so powerful.

The phantom state is similar to the Divine Level soul skill [Illusion] absorbed by Lin Feng, both ignoring a certain degree of attack.

However, [Ghost Possession] lasts only a few seconds, not long enough to sustain, differentiating between the two soul skills.

But even so, it’s still extremely terrifying.

The innate skill [Ghost Possession] of the Night Ghost equates to having two abilities, hence it’s rated as a Divine Level soul skill.

The Night Ghost is a Divine Level Demon Spirit, acknowledged as most suitable for an assassin, undoubtedly surpassing the Ninth Tier Ghostly Serpent.

This is the difference in strength and innate skills of Demon Spirits, not easily compensated.

And Jue Tian being able to blockade a sect, even severing Hong Tao’s arm, proves he possesses not only talent but also impressive strength.

As much as he didn’t want to admit, Yu Qiao knows that in a duel, even if Jue Tian restricted his strength, he wouldn’t be his match; the gap was substantial.

"Once I absorb Illusion, what of Jue Tian?"

Yu Qiao said, having witnessed Jue Tian’s prowess, he was eager to absorb Illusion.

As long as he absorbed Illusion, even if outmatched by Jue Tian, he’d still have the capacity to protect himself.

However, his Ghostly Serpent has yet to break through the Seven Tier, preventing him from absorbing any soul skills.

"No need to be overly worried; don’t let him affect our plan!"

Lin Feng said, and facing the questioning gaze of others, he continued:

"Even the most powerful talents have limitations, and the same goes for divine level soul skills!

The phantomization duration of ghost possession is uncertain, but it definitely won’t be too long, never exceeding five seconds.

In the next battle, Little Sister Dong, Yue Mingming, He Jun, Chen Tianming, Hong Yi, you five should not take action; if you can provide support, then do so, and simultaneously activate the defense barrier, two people together to open the barrier."

The five nodded.

Lin Feng looked at Hong Yi and said, "And Hong Yi, how far can you control the sand? Can you sense anything at that distance?"

"Beyond fifteen meters, I can only control, not sense."

"Alright, then from now on, don’t protect He Jun, just focus on sensing the surroundings, so it won’t be so easy for Jue Tian to approach for a sneak attack."

"Okay!"

Hong Yi nodded seriously, Little Sister Dong almost had an accident, which made her very self-blaming.

Seeing Hong Yi’s earnestness and self-blame, Lin Feng was somewhat taken aback.

Evidently, Hong Yi was blaming herself for not having protected Little Sister Dong well.

In Lin Feng’s perspective, this incident had nothing to do with Hong Yi.

Throughout the journey, Hong Yi protected He Jun well and provided excellent support, far exceeding his expectations.

She worked earnestly and without complaint.

This bit of self-blame made Lin Feng’s feelings complex; at this moment, his expression was somewhat hesitant but ultimately decided, asking:

"Hong Yi, do you want to join us?"

The surprise on Zhan Tianyu and the others’ faces was evident when these words were spoken.

They knew what this joining entailed.

Signing the contract would signify that Hong Yi would become one of them.

Indispensable allies!

Hong Yi’s strength is impressive, and her manner is good; although only a brief contact, she has already won everyone’s favor.

As a spirit medium, her tragic life, objective mindset, and radiant smile made everyone feel for her.

No one had any objections to her becoming a member of the alliance!

Except Hong Yi is a spirit medium.

Once the seal on Sha Mi is lifted, the seal on her cannot be undone, which means she is still under Hong Tao’s control.

Hong Tao won’t let her go.

They’ve already angered Hong Tao. If he’s seriously provoked, can the Avengers Alliance withstand the consequences?

Though the alliance has an infinite future potential, with He Jun aboard, conservatively estimated, they could ignore the emperors’ existence in ten years.

What can Hong Tao do about it?

But now, if not careful, this alliance could vanish!

Their gazes reflected some worry.

Zhan Tianyu and Yang Ningbing exchanged a glance, hesitant to speak. Compared to others, they were more familiar with the Hong Race, hence more concerned.

Ultimately, they said nothing.

"I want to go home; my parents and younger brother are waiting for me!"

Hong Yi smiled at everyone, but this time her smile was somewhat forced and melancholy.

Hong Yi is smart and guessed some things.

Of course, she wanted to join Lin Feng’s team; here she had new friends, no one discriminated against her for her identity, and no one cared about the demon beast within her.

Everyone seemed to like her.

She enjoyed being with them.

And appreciated their kindness!

However, precisely because of her affection and gratitude, she did not want to burden Lin Feng’s team.

She understood Hong Tao’s ruthlessness better than anyone.

He could be so merciless to his own people; what chance do outsiders have?

Though Lin Feng and his group were all outstanding, with glorious achievements, what would a high-ranking emperor care about outstanding talents?

Even kings risk being executed if they anger an emperor.

I need to go home!

Hearing Hong Yi’s response, their hearts ached slightly.

Is that really your home?

"Whether you return home or not doesn’t conflict with joining us!"

Lin Feng looked at Hong Yi and asked with a smile, "I only ask, do you wish to join us?"

Hong Yi’s expression was complex; she glanced at Little Sister Dong and Yun Kai, then Ye Xing, hesitated for a long time, and finally nodded slightly.

"As long as you wish to join, that’s good!"

After speaking, Lin Feng turned his gaze to Yang Ningbing, who smiled wryly, quickly understanding Lin Feng’s intention as a purple barrier enveloped the two.

Inside the barrier, Hong Yi looked at Lin Feng with confusion and apprehension, her heart racing as she wondered what was about to happen.

Until Lin Feng summoned the Little Green Monster, she looked shocked and surprised, asking, "Little Green Monster?"

Like the rest of the alliance, Hong Yi’s first reaction was one of puzzlement.

Puzzled about why Lin Feng absorbed such a soul skill?

Does such a soul skill have meaning?

But after the puzzlement came shock at Lin Feng’s numerous soul skills; if counted correctly, there are eight soul skills, right?

Eight-star Demon Spirit Master?

Is it possible?

"If you want to join, don’t resist!"

Lin Feng said with a smile, as the Little Green Monster floated before Hong Yi, opened its big mouth, and suctioned strongly.

"Um..."

The air whistled slightly, accompanied by a pained groan, and a coin-sized yellow mark appeared on the Little Green Monster’s chest, gradually clarifying into Hong Yi’s likeness.

Except this mark had two thick black circles!

The barrier gradually dissipated; sensing Hong Yi’s presence, Yun Kai and Little Sister Dong traditionally were the first to smile:

"Hong Yi, welcome to the team!"

Hong Yi slightly opened her mouth, initially immersed in the wondrous feeling of sensing each other, and when faced with everyone’s congratulations, her eyes slightly reddened as she struggled to say anything but ended up saying nothing.

Just smiled.

The smile hadn’t changed; it was still radiant, but compared to before, it was more natural and genuine!

Lin Feng treated her like a little sister, patting her head, as she looked up at him, he smiled slightly:

"No matter what the future holds, from this moment onward, you’re an irreplaceable ally of ours!"