Phantom Assassin Reports to You

Cao Xing's heart stirred. The Novice Protection Period had three days left; that should be enough for him to reach level 10.

Liu Muxue asked softly, "A Xing, will it snow tonight?"

Cao Xing nodded. "Mm, it will snow, but it's fine as long as it's not a blizzard."

"With our Territory's current facilities, we can withstand it."

Liu Muxue nodded gently.

Then, Cao Xing took her hand and they pushed open the door of the Lord's Hut together.

Outside, the Polar Humans and the newly joined villagers were already waiting.

Seeing Cao Xing emerge, they said in unison, "Lord is well!"

"Good morning, Lord. Please assign us our work for today!"

The villagers were full of enthusiasm. Before this, they had lived lives where they barely had enough to eat.

On their very first day in Cao Xing's Territory, they had already felt its development prospects.

Therefore, they cherished this opportunity even more.

Cao Xing nodded. "Today, continue with the work I assigned yesterday."

"Gather more resources and upgrade the Bonfire and the Lord's Hut."

"Let us build a more prosperous Territory together!"

The villagers immediately replied respectfully, "As you command, Lord."

"We are willing to dedicate everything to the development of the Territory!"

They dispersed and began their day's work.

At this moment, Xia Yanni and Tong Chuchu, each holding a set of thick clothes, stood by waiting silently.

Seeing that Cao Xing had finished assigning work, Xia Yanni cautiously walked over and said, "L-Lord, the clothes are ready."

As a modern person, she seemed unaccustomed to such a title.

Cao Xing nodded. "You've worked hard."

"It's nothing..." Xia Yanni replied softly.

After speaking, she and Tong Chuchu handed the newly sewn Wolf Fur Coats to Cao Xing and Liu Muxue, respectively.

[Obtained Wolf Fur Coat (White) *1] [Obtained Wolf Fur Hat (White) *1]

These clothes didn't have any added Attributes, but they provided excellent warmth.

After putting on the two pieces of Warm Clothing, they instantly felt the severe cold of this world being blocked out.

Looking at Xia Yanni's pupils, which were covered by dark circles, Cao Xing knew she must have stayed up late last night.

So, Cao Xing took out two pieces of Bear Meat and a bottle of Milk, handing them to Xia Yanni.

Xia Yanni took them, her eyes filled with intense surprise.

"L-Lord, can I really have such precious meat and milk?"

Cao Xing nodded. "Chuchu is still young; let her supplement her body."

Xia Yanni's eyes immediately turned a little red.

She took Tong Chuchu's hand and nodded solemnly, "Thank you, thank you..."

Tong Chuchu happily hugged the milk, exclaiming joyfully, "Thank you, big brother."

After assigning the work, Cao Xing called Assam over.

"Assam, when you went out yesterday, besides rescuing Da Hua and the others, did you discover anything else?"

Assam replied respectfully, "Yes, Lord. I drew a map of the surrounding area according to your instructions."

"However, since I haven't explored it completely, the map is not yet finished."

Cao Xing was overjoyed upon hearing this. "It's fine if it's not finished; let me see it first."

Assam nodded, then took a piece of yellowed parchment from the Frost Wolf's back and handed it to Cao Xing.

A System Prompt appeared.

[Obtained Incomplete Map *1]

Cao Xing saw that the map recorded Assam's route.

Liu Muxue also moved closer to Cao Xing, her eyes filled with curiosity as she looked at the map.

However, upon seeing the crude, simple drawing style on the parchment, she let out a soft chuckle.

It marked some resource points.

For example, a tree represented that there was Wood resource in that location.

A small chicken indicated that there were Beasts appearing in that area.

A stone meant that there were mineral resources in that location.

Thanks to Cao Xing's excellent comprehension, he wouldn't have understood the meaning otherwise.

Assam's resolute face showed a hint of embarrassment. He scratched his head and said, "I... I've never learned to draw, so I can only depict it simply."

Liu Muxue comforted him, "It's okay, as long as it's understandable."

Assam nodded gratefully, "Thank you, beautiful and kind Second Lord."

At this moment, Cao Xing pointed to a dark opening near the Territory and asked, "Assam, what is that?"

Assam replied sheepishly, "Lord, that's a mine cave."

"But it's already occupied by a group of Mole People. I heard the sound of machinery rumbling nearby."

Machinery rumbling?

Cao Xing's eyes lit up.

This meant that there might be some Technological Creations inside that mine cave.

Cao Xing asked, "Assam, how strong are those Mole People?"

Assam shook his head, "Replying to the Lord, I haven't gone in to investigate."

"However, Mole People are underground creatures, generally around Tier 1 in strength, though occasionally a Tier 2 or 3 Mole Person might appear."

After listening, Cao Xing already had a plan in mind.

The mine cave was about six kilometers away from the Territory, making it about two hours for a round trip.

So, Cao Xing nodded, "Excellent. Then our goal today is to explore this Mole People mine cave."

"Let's try to level up both Muxue and myself."

Assam bowed respectfully, "I await your command at any time, respected Lord."

Beside him, Andrew's eyes held piety. He was also ready for battle.

However, before setting out, Cao Xing had one more thing to do.

That was to use the recruitment scroll and strengthen his team's power.

Cao Xing took out a scroll from his backpack.

Phantom Assassin Recruitment Scroll (Blue): This scroll can be used to summon a Phantom Assassin with the strength of an Elite level 20.

Undoubtedly, this would be the most powerful creature Cao Xing had ever summoned.

"Do you wish to recruit?"

Cao Xing directly clicked yes.

The scene in front of him flashed.

This time, what appeared before Cao Xing was not a six-pointed star.

But a mass of black mist.

This black mist rapidly expanded, engulfing the entire camp in just a few seconds.

Cao Xing saw a figure moving indistinctly within.

The figure exuded no aura, yet it gave Cao Xing a sense of mortal danger.

The next moment, the mist dissipated.

Before Cao Xing stood a woman clad in a black cloak and tight black leather armor.

This attire accentuated her perfect figure.

On her head, a jet-black helmet obscured most of her face, revealing only her slightly red lips beneath her pale skin.

She slowly spoke, "The Shadow Sanctuary needs protecting, and I have come for that purpose."

"Phantom Assassin: Sarah Blade Dance reports for duty!"