The Uninvited Guest Outside the Shadow Demon Sect
In the northern part of the Commerce Continent, there is a mountain range shrouded in thick fog all year round.
The towering mountain range pierces the clouds, and from its center, a smooth, mirror-like crack bisects the entire mountain range, revealing a level road that allows dozens of people to walk side by side.
Following the path for hundreds of miles, a towering mountain gate will appear before your eyes. The three large characters "Shadow Demon Sect" on the gate will give you a powerful sense of pressure with just a glance, making you unconsciously submit to it.
Although the Shadow Demon Sect is just an Assassin Sect that does things for money, it makes no attempt to hide its sect's location. Its powerful strength makes them unafraid of invasion from Foreign Enemy.
In stark contrast to their low-key approach, the Shadow Demon Sect acts without restraint, not only displaying their sect headquarters openly but also adhering to many rather strange rules.
For example, if you want to hire a master from the Shadow Demon Sect, you need to be sincere and walk step by step along the path in the mountains to the gate of the Shadow Demon Sect. Only then will you be qualified to hire Shadow Demon Sect Expert.
Despite their seemingly unreasonable rules, many employers still flock to them, as the Shadow Demon Sect's formidable strength and reliable reputation are truly trustworthy.
It is precisely because of the Shadow Demon Sect's intricate client base and formidable strength that many forces and powerful individuals, despite disapproving of its actions, have no choice but to tolerate Shadow Demon Sect existence.
This day.
A young man of about thirty years old arrived at the gate of the Shadow Demon Sect.
He was dressed in spotless white robes, with golden dragon patterns on the cuffs adding to his nobility. His thin face gave him a cold and stern look, and beneath his sharp, sword-like eyebrows were a pair of calm, unwavering eyes, as if nothing in the world could surprise him.
However, for the disciples guarding the Shadow Demon Sect's mountain gate, the man's outstanding appearance meant nothing; over the years, they had seen countless employers.
An elderly man with faltering steps, a delicate and frail young girl, a burly and robust man, or a renowned and powerful figure, a wealthy and powerful tycoon, or even a ragged beggar...
Regardless of their identity or demands, as long as they can afford the corresponding price, they are guests of the Shadow Demon Sect and will receive excellent hospitality.
It has to be said that the only place that can provide equality is a notorious assassin organization, which is ironic.
Slightly surprised by the young man's appearance, the Shadow Demon Sect disciple stopped him and, according to protocol, inquired:
"Task, reward."
The Shadow Demon Sect disciple, having repeated the same actions and words countless times, showed no impatience. His deathly gray eyes stared at the man before him as he spoke indifferently.
According to the rules of the Shadow Demon Sect, the employer needs to tell the disciple in front of the mountain gate about the mission objectives and the reward they will pay, and then the disciple will lead the way to the Mission Hall.
Even the Shadow Demon Sect Master could temporarily take on a role, provided one is willing to invest the resources.
But the rules that the Shadow Demon Sect disciples took for granted were finally rejected today.
Or rather...
That's a madman!
Because the other party actually gave them a gentle smile, and then...
"Mission: Shadow Demon Sect Headquarters"
"The reward is the destruction of the Shadow Demon Sect."
The man spoke slowly in front of the Shadow Demon Sect disciples.
Before the two disciples could react, an intense chill instantly surged from the soles of their feet to their hearts, and then...
Two lifelike ice sculptures suddenly appeared in front of the Shadow Demon Sect's mountain gate.
Then, a series of rapid bell and drum sounds rang out, echoing throughout the entire mountain range. A vast expanse of Flowing Light swept out from the distant mountains and shot towards the mountain gate.
Before long, the man was completely surrounded by a dense array of Shadow Demon Sect Expert, so that not even a fly could escape.
Pointed at by countless weapons gleaming with cold light, and stared at by countless sinister eyes, the man's expression remained unchanged. He stood motionless, as if waiting for something.
Seeing this, the Shadow Demon Sect Expert did not make any further moves. As assassins, their perception of aura was far superior to that of ordinary experts.
Their Sixth Sense, honed from years of navigating life and death, prevented them from making any rash moves against this seemingly harmless young man. Since he made no further moves, they were content to remain calm and wait for the Elder to deal with this unsuspecting intruder.
Finally, the man's eyes suddenly flickered, his gaze fixed on a certain spot. The space rippled, and a voice filled with murderous intent resounded through the sky.
"Who is seeking death?"
It was an arrogant opening. In the eyes of the Shadow Demon Sect's experts, the person in front of them was probably just like those greenhorns who had just entered the sect and tried to climb over their Shadow Demon Sect to rise to power, only to be wiped out without a trace. He was just asking to die.
Giving the other party a chance to reveal their name is the greatest leniency the Shadow Demon Sect can offer.
The man glanced indifferently at the old man who had spoken, his gray and white hair dancing without wind, and his sharp eyes, like those of a hawk, seemed capable of piercing through an enemy's body at any moment.
Are there only two?
Sensing another powerful figure lurking in this world, Xiao Han was somewhat disappointed; the combination of Third Rank and Fourth Rank seemed insufficient to even begin to understand.
He shook his head helplessly, and his soft murmur reached everyone's ears at just the right moment.
"It's better than nothing, I suppose."
Upon hearing this, the expressions of the Shadow Demon Sect experts on the field changed. How could they not sense the contempt in the man's words?
The gray-haired Elder was so angry that his face turned red, and he immediately slammed his withered hand down towards Xiao Han.
"Die!"
The Giant Palm, thousands of feet long, slammed down heavily in Xiao Han's direction.
"Bang!"
Thick smoke and dust billowed up with a loud bang, and then the others searched for the figure of the overconfident challenger with a mixture of anticipation and disdain.
Many people believed that this person would be severely injured, even if he didn't die, after being struck by the angry attack of his own Elder.
Unlike the others, the Supreme Elder who made the move suddenly changed his expression and shouted sharply:
"Spread!"
As soon as the words were spoken, everyone instinctively retreated to the rear, driven by their long-cultivated obedience and trust in the Elder.
However, it was already too late.
The calm voice clearly resonated throughout the entire venue.
"The Snow Domain appears!"
As soon as the words were spoken, the misty mountains suddenly began to snow heavily without warning. The swirling snowflakes quickly froze into a thick layer of ice on the ground and mountain walls.
What was even more chilling was that, apart from the Supreme Elder, everyone who was covered by the snowflakes suddenly froze, and within a few breaths, they watched in horror as the frost spread across their entire bodies at a visible speed.
Then, with a snap of Xiao Han's fingers, it shattered with a deafening roar, and the ice crystals flying everywhere refracted a seven-colored brilliance, becoming the only remaining scenery in the world.
In less than ten seconds, apart from Xiao Han and the two Supreme experts, there was no one else alive in front of the mountain gate.
"What, are you still going to hide?" Xiao Han said to the space beside the old man.
"Snort!"
With a cold snort, an old man in a green robe appeared, his face bearing the same expression of shock and anger as the old man with gray hair.
Snowflakes fell on them, and the terrifyingly low temperature was neutralized by their powerful Spiritual Power, but the chill in their hearts would never dissipate.
Their own forces were wiped out too quickly; they simply didn't have time to rescue anyone.
"Gentlemen, please forgive my bluntness," Xiao Han said sincerely.
"You are no match for me. You'd better call out the experts from the Shadow Demon Sect!"
However, upon hearing Xiao Han's words, the Shadow Demon Sect Elder's anger intensified. He stared intently at the former, his eyes bloodshot, and trembled with rage as he said:
"Thief, you are so brave!"
"Go to hell!"
The two Elder unleashed their strongest attacks of all time, simultaneously blasting towards Xiao Han.
"Well!"
Why bother?