Global Lords: My Species Can Mutate - Chapter 372 - 369: Shadowless’s First Battle

The voices of those guards were very loud, instantly spreading throughout the entire field.

The two people who were about to make a move were both taken aback and looked over at Lin You.

“Let’s end this battle here for now.”

Yue Daonan said to his opponent and then directly left the arena to come outside, slightly bowing to Lin You.

At this time, even though Lin You was only at Tier Eight.

Yue Daonan, who had stayed in Yellow Sand City for so long, knew how terrifying Lin You’s strength was.

Even when he was only Tier Seven, he already made him wary.

Now, at Tier Eight, there was no need to say more; he’s definitely much stronger than before, so the necessary courtesies are still warranted.

After paying his respects, he leaned close to Lin You and whispered, “Be careful, this person is very strong.”

The words were filled with a strong sense of apprehension.

“Okay, I understand.”

Lin You nodded silently, then looked at the figure standing in the arena.

“Are you the one who said you’d join Yellow Sand City if defeated?”

“Yes, that’s me. Are you the Lord of Yellow Sand City?”

Xiao Congyun scrutinized Lin You with a somewhat surprised expression.

Because he couldn’t understand why Yue Daonan, who could fight him to a draw, would be so respectful to an Eighth Tier Lord.

He’s not stupid.

Being able to break through to this level, he still had some insight.

Therefore, he didn’t show any disdainful expression towards Lin You.

But inside, he couldn’t help but be a bit dismissive, as Lin You’s level was indeed one tier lower than his.

With his strength.

As long as it’s not a centuries-old Tier Nine monster, he could still fight against a Tier Nine Lord.

Not to say he could win, but escaping unscathed was very easy.

Moreover, it was merely Tier Eight?

This is the confidence brought by powerful strength.

However.

This time, Xiao Congyun miscalculated.

Just as his voice fell, an icy chill appeared without any warning below his neck.

Like a tangible sharp edge, even a little closer could easily cut open his artery.

“What?!”

Xiao Congyun’s expression changed dramatically, and almost instinctively, he retreated furiously while his curved saber suddenly slashed upwards.

“Clang!”

A vibration echoed across the field, shaking everyone’s hearts on the scene.

What happened?

Why did a new figure suddenly appear on the field?

Not to mention Xiao Congyun himself, who was staring wide-eyed in shock at the Cactus Monster that appeared at the center of the arena.

Someone actually managed to get close to him without him noticing!

“How about it? Is it okay if I become your opponent?”

Off to the side, Lin You’s voice rang out.

Before Xiao Congyun could react, a green light had already descended upon him, healing his injuries and condition.

Xiao Congyun took a deep look at Lin You on the sideline, realizing that the Cactus Monster was his summoned creature, and his heart sank.

The previous strike clearly didn’t contain any killing intent.

Simply appearing was already so terrifying. Is this the true strength of the Yellow Sand City Lord?

He now finally understood why Yue Daonan was so polite.

But if they wanted him to surrender, this level alone was not enough!

Xiao Congyun gripped his curved saber tighter, his eyes flashing with intense fighting spirit.

In the next moment.

With a sudden explosive sound at his feet, his entire body shot out like an arrow towards Shadowless.

The speed was so fast that ten meters were crossed in an instant.

The crowd around exclaimed in unison, and even Yue Daonan couldn’t help but react.

“Die!”

A loud shout broke out in the air, and the pair of curved sabers in his hands transformed into a cold gleam, tearing through the air, slashing fiercely towards Shadowless.

With a ripping sound, it directly pierced through Shadowless.

However, before Xiao Congyun could celebrate, the feeling from the saber made his face change.

He missed!

At this moment, a killing intent came from behind.

Without thinking, Xiao Congyun stepped out to stop himself, twisting his body in an extremely awkward posture, dodging to the side.

A spiked dagger appeared, brushing tightly past the back of his neck, leaving a shallow cut.

So fast!

Xiao Congyun was shocked inside.

He didn’t even see how the Cactus Monster disappeared or how it suddenly appeared behind him.

If it weren’t for his years of combat experience and intuition, that strike might have already sent him to the afterlife.

Not daring to hold back anymore, a hurricane surrounded his body.

He directly activated the acceleration skill, his speed suddenly increased, while the two curved sabers slashed violently behind him.

But he missed again.

“Oh——”

At this time, a low murmur arose from the crowd outside, as if they had witnessed something extraordinary.

Because somehow, Shadowless had already appeared ten meters away, standing proudly with the spiked dagger, its speed astonishing.

“Great, let’s go again!”

Xiao Congyun’s fighting spirit soared.

It had been a long time since he encountered an opponent who could push him into a corner like this, especially a speed-type opponent.

His hands gripping the curved saber trembled with excitement, yet his mind was calm to the extreme.

With a slight crouch, he once again charged out, engaging in a fierce struggle with Shadowless.

For a while, sword shadows and saber lights clashed continuously.

Their weapons were so fast that it was almost indiscernible to the naked eye, leaving only the sound of the air being torn apart.

The weapon-wielding sides moved rapidly, their actions reached an extreme speed.

After exchanging dozens of rounds, the curved saber and the dagger suddenly collided, bursting out a wave of air that knocked both Xiao Congyun and Shadowless apart.

However.

This time was different from before.

Before Xiao Congyun could stabilize himself, a strange eerie glow suddenly appeared on Shadowless.

Mutated Skill, Instant Shadow.

Activated!

“What?!”

Xiao Congyun was shocked, not even having time to react, as everything blurred before a cold dagger came straight at his chest, its force twice as terrifying as before.

A strong will to survive made him muster his remaining strength to cross his two curved sabers in front of his chest, blocking his vital points.

“Clang!!”

The intense collision sound, followed by the crisp sound of something breaking, echoed through the arena.

The curved sabers in Xiao Congyun’s hands both broke, and he spat out a mouthful of blood, his whole body being blown away like a kite with a broken string.

All of this.

Happened in the blink of an eye.

So much so that those around didn’t have time to react, each staring dumbfounded at the fallen Xiao Congyun and the straight-standing Shadowless.

After a while, someone finally came to their senses, eyes suddenly widening.

“He won, Lord won!”

“What just happened? How did it end so suddenly!?”

“Such speed! It’s completely unreadable!”

“This… Is it over already??”

Exclamations instantly swept over the entire training ground area.

Everyone was shocked by the terrifying strength that Shadowless displayed, incredulous.

Especially Yue Daonan, who had sparred with Xiao Congyun, was even more shocked.

Because only he clearly knew how strong Xiao Congyun actually was.

Even so, he lost. Just how powerful is that Cactus Summoned Creature, is this really strength an Tier Eight Lord could possess?

If he remembers correctly.

This summoned creature wasn’t there before, right?

Unexpectedly, after just a few days, such a formidable force has been added.

The future achievements of this Lord of Yellow Sand City might far exceed a Tier Nine Lord.

He couldn’t help but feel a bit shaken, wondering whether he should pledge allegiance before the Lord fully spreads his wings.

If he truly were to establish a Duchy one day, then as the first Tier Nine Cultivator to join Yellow Sand City, he would at least be considered one of the founding fathers. For him, it would be a golden opportunity!

“Cough cough…”

At this moment.

Xiao Congyun inside the arena also recovered, coughing while climbing up from the ground, eyes fixed on not far off Shadowless, and Lin You gradually approaching.

“I lost.”

With a long sigh of relief, he readily admitted his defeat.

“As per the agreement, from today, I, Xiao Congyun, am a person of Yellow Sand City. I am at your disposal, please take me in, Lord!”

Thud!

After the words were spoken, he directly knelt on one knee, bowing his head to Lin You in salute.

Hmm.

Truly a straightforward man.

And he was humble enough to avoid saying things like it’s our honor to have him join.

Lin You smiled slightly, walked up to him, and extended a hand to help him up.

“Stand up, I welcome you to join Yellow Sand City on behalf of everyone.”

“Thank you, my Lord, for taking me in!”

Xiao Congyun, being no coy person himself, saluted Lin You with cupped fists and then rose directly, eyes filled with more respect than before.

Because he knew very well.

Lin You had actually held back just now, only sending one subordinate to fight him.

Yet this one opponent made him taste defeat.

Even a fool could see that this Lord was destined for greatness, and following him would surely be a promising venture.

Lin You was also very pleased.

A Tier Nine subordinate gained effortlessly, and he had fully realized Shadowless’s strength.

Facing a Tier Nine alone was no problem at all.

And in the previous battle, Shadowless only used Instant Shadow and Shadow Kill, it wasn’t even its full strength.

With the addition of Barbaric Roar, it would absolutely become a Slaughter Machine.

It seems I need to acquire a suitable Secret Treasure for it soon.

Currently, the Cactus uses the SSS-level Five-second True Man, which isn’t quite suitable for Assassin-type species; it needs a better one.

With this in mind, he once more glanced at Xiao Congyun and said, “From now on, you will, like Elder Yue, specifically help the Guard with their cultivation, handle any troubles in the city that the guard can’t solve.”

“Understood!”

Xiao Congyun cupped his fists.

And thus.

The recruitment matter concluded smoothly.

After instructing Wei Gang and others about some matters, Lin You called Elder Yue aside and handed him a Life Chart.

“This is…”

Yue Daonan looked surprised at the Life Chart in Lin You’s hand.

This was the Life Chart he had mortgaged as a price to comprehend the Rules in Yellow Sand City, and by agreement, it was to be returned after ten years.

“Take it back. You are considered an elder here, you don’t need this thing,” Lin You said calmly.

“But…”

Yue Daonan opened his mouth as if to say something.

But upon meeting Lin You’s trusting eyes, he swallowed his words.

After hesitating for a moment, he finally, like Xiao Congyun, cupped his fists and said solemnly: “Thank you! From now on, I, Yue Daonan, am a person of Yellow Sand City!”

“Have you decided?” Lin You asked in surprise.

“I’ve decided!”

“Good. From now on, you are the Chief Military Instructor of Yellow Sand City.”

Lin You naturally wouldn’t doubt Yue Daonan’s character, having spent so much time together and cultivating the Guard for so long.

He’s a person worth trusting.