“If Xiao Jin really joins hands with Black Phantom, then things will be bad. It's like he's got a big weapon in his grasp. He could even seize power by force," someone said.

Todd shook his head. "They wouldn't dare. If there's a sudden upheaval at headquarters and the high-ranking members of each faction are massacred, the people stationed outside will retaliate against the enemy relentlessly. Xiao Jin isn't an idiot, and Black Phantom is an outsider. According to the rules, outsiders can't interfere in our internal affairs."

Lagos sneered meaningfully, "How foolish. How do you know Xiao Jin hasn't found a better place to go? Doesn't he have other forces supporting him? His heart may no longer be with Overmer!"

…

Xiao Jin kept his eyes closed and asked faintly, "What's the Family Faction planning?"

"Lagos is in charge of the overall situation. They're investigating Delo's cause of death, but unfortunately, there's no progress yet. Oh, right, Delo's residence was destroyed by Black Phantom in the battle, and the clues are lost."

Xiao Jin paused. "Who ordered Black Phantom to be brought to the scene?"

"The squad leader who went to control Black Phantom was called Mirui. He died in the melee that day, killed by a stray bullet."

"A stray bullet… ha." Xiao Jin shook his head. "What is Black Phantom doing?"

"He's not doing anything."

"A wise choice." Xiao Jin nodded and said, "Before the truth about Delo's assassination comes to light, no faction will be willing to contact him. Once they do, they'll become the target of public criticism."

Xiao Hai said, "Those few Supers are working for him. I still don't understand why he can command Supers so easily."

"Don't worry about him. He can't be the real culprit."

After a pause, Xiao Jin asked, "What are the movements of the Scarlet Isle Faction and the Northern Faction?"

"They are all cooperating with the Family Faction to investigate clues."

Xiao Jin rubbed his temples and sighed. "Ah, a barking dog doesn't bite…"

…

Serge sat in his office, drew all the curtains, dialed a number, and lowered his voice:

"General, what should we do now?"

"What are your thoughts?"

"Delo is dead, the position of head of the family is vacant, and a successor must be elected. I will run for election, and I hope you can support me."

"Yes, I will use my connections to help you win over high-level votes. When you are in control of Overmer, remember how you got there and don't forget your agreement with us."

"Definitely."

Hanging up the phone, Serge breathed a sigh of relief, revealing a grim smile, the skin纹路 of the Sharnuk people wrinkled together.

…

Han Xiao was very patient, staying in his room every day. The Bamboo Rain Guild members acted as his eyes and ears, inquiring about some information, although not much, but it kept him from being blind.

In return, Han Xiao was not stingy in giving the Bamboo Rain Guild players tasks… and then opening the skill store to earn their experience. He was sure to make a profit either way.

As mentioned before, as long as Han Xiao's skill level is higher than the players', repeatedly learning the skill is like upgrading the skill. Grand Technician Han's skills are all maxed out now, naturally meeting the requirements. The Bamboo Rain Guild players constantly spent their experience in his skill store, one willing to pay, the other willing to provide.

"My Basic Combat is maxed out." Bamboo Rain Little Fly cheered, and the nearby guild members eagerly gathered around to look at the stats.

Bamboo Rain Xuanxuan said dejectedly, "I'm only at level seven."

Bamboo Rain Piaoxiang chuckled, "Who told you to sleep in every day and not be online so much?"

These players were not shy about chatting, and Han Xiao heard them all. He discovered something magical. When players talked about content unrelated to the game, it would originally be silenced by the system, but he could hear it. Without thinking, it must be the panel's doing.

Tap tap tap—

Steady footsteps approached.

Bang, the door was pushed open, and a large number of soldiers stood outside. Lagos stood in the crowd with his hands behind his back, and said coldly, "Black Phantom, I suspect you colluded with Xiao Jin to assassinate my father. Get up now and come with me!"

"Where did you get the confidence?" Han Xiao raised an eyebrow. Lagos had been lying low for so many days, and suddenly launched an attack. He must have found some helpers.

As expected, Lagos chuckled, took a step back, and two people stepped out from the crowd, a man and a woman.

"I see." Han Xiao patted his pants, stood up, and said calmly, "It seems you spent a lot of money."

The man and woman were a couple, Lun and Wanasa, legends in the mercenary world, just like Han Xiao's status in the assassin world. Their strength also belonged to the peak of the third level of Aquamarine Star, and they lived until version 2.0.

Lagos had people secretly contact experts, but many people refused when they heard that they were going to deal with Black Phantom, not daring to be enemies with Han Xiao. Those who dared to come must have absolute confidence. He had inquired about the details this time, knowing that these two were at the same level of strength as Han Xiao, and it was safest to have them come together. Black Phantom definitely wouldn't be their opponent in a head-on fight.

Lagos sneered, "After I catch you, I'll make you spit out everything you know obediently."

Han Xiao shook his head. "Isn't it good to be alive?"

"Hmph, still so arrogant." Lun was a burly black man, cracked his knuckles, and said disdainfully, "I heard you're good at sniping, but now I'm only three meters away. I won't give you a chance to shoot, and how many punches can you withstand from me? Take off your weapons obediently, or I'll use your brains to paint the floor."

In an open space, a third voice suddenly came, "Long time no see, Mr. Black."

This voice was a little familiar.

Han Xiao raised an eyebrow. "Hidden Ghost? You're here too."

Hidden Ghost didn't answer, and a murderous aura filled the air.

So it wasn't two powerful enemies, but three. Han Xiao shook his head and smiled. No wonder Lagos looked so confident. He had really spent a lot of money to deal with him.

Feeling the hostility locked on him by the three experts, Han Xiao smiled. The variable he had been waiting for had finally arrived. This was an opportunity to show absolute and overwhelming force.

The Bamboo Rain Guild players were at a loss. They couldn't afford to offend any of these "extremely dangerous" NPCs.

Whoosh—

A biting wind brushed past his body. Han Xiao promptly attached the Magnetic Controled Armor, and Hidden Ghost's fingernails scratched a string of sparks. After not seeing him for a few months, Hidden Ghost was two levels higher than when they fought last time, and a bit stronger.

At that time, Han Xiao couldn't do anything to Hidden Ghost, and the battle ended in a draw.

But now, in terms of the speed of progress, the two were completely different!

With a wave of his hand, the Magnetic Chain Split Blades formed a whirlwind, extremely fast, cutting through the air. A series of damage numbers popped up in the air, wounds split open in the air, blood dripped down, and then contracted and disappeared in the next second. Hidden Ghost could tighten his skin to cover the wounds.

Hidden Ghost was startled by the Magnetic Chain Split Blades and quickly retreated.

Before Han Xiao could pursue, a suffocating pressure came. Wanasa pounced like a tiger, and her fist slammed down hard. Han Xiao raised his hands to block, and his hands felt a burst of soreness and pain. He was at a disadvantage in terms of strength. Wanasa and Lun were both martial artists close to level 60, and their Strength, Agility, and Endurance stats were far higher than his as a mechanic.

Suddenly, Lun quickly followed up, combining his fists into one, turning into a black meteor, burning with flames, and heavily striking Han Xiao's chest armor.

His chest hurt, and a high amount of damage popped up on the panel. This was an advanced technique of the Martial Arts class, ignoring part of the physical armor, Qi Force Shock. In his previous life, players were used to calling it "Palm Force".

Martial artists who had learned advanced techniques were difficult to deal with, bringing him no small amount of pressure. Han Xiao's face remained unchanged, and he retreated, holding a gun in each hand, and large-caliber bullets shot out. After his Shooting skill reached max level, the power of the guns was further improved.

Wanasa wiped her hands and released a spreading circular Qi shield, deflecting the bullets and then disappearing.

"Detached Fluctuation." Han Xiao frowned. Another advanced technique. The Martial Arts class had a place no matter the era, and their moves were handsome and comprehensive.

At this time, the Bamboo Rain Guild members opened fire. Although they knew they couldn't beat the enemies who were attacking, since they had chosen Black Phantom's side, they knew they had to help now!

"Pay attention to your positions, don't get close. Little Fly, Cool Cool, pay attention to continuous attacks, Xuanxuan, don't get too close…" Bamboo Rain Piaoxiang ordered loudly. She had experience in commanding teams to raid dungeons, and arranged her troops according to the method of fighting bosses.

"Supers?" Lun was annoyed, using his arm to block his eyes. The bullets were deflected by his protective Qi flames and couldn't pierce his skin.

Wanasa directly swung her leg, whipping out a sweeping Qi blade like a whip, cutting the Bamboo Rain Guild players in half, turning them into white light and disappearing.

The Bamboo Rain Guild was directly wiped out. The difference in strength was too great.

Taking advantage of the short moment, Han Xiao picked up the equipment bag filled with machinery and rushed into the room's compartment.

Lun was about to follow, but Wanasa stopped him. "Be careful, he's a mechanic, there might be traps."

Lun nodded, and suddenly punched the floor hard. Cracks spread rapidly from the punch point as the center. The entire house was about to collapse, destroying the entire house, turning the battlefield into an open space. No matter what traps Black Phantom had set up, they would be defeated without a fight.

Lagos hurriedly led the soldiers away.

Rumble—

The house collapsed with a bang, and dust filled the air, obstructing the view.

Lun narrowed his eyes and vaguely saw a figure jumping out of the ruins. He immediately rushed up, like a warhorse charging. His fists were like swinging meteor hammers, and the flames drew dazzling traces, heading straight for the figure's head.

"Fall down!" Lun roared.

But the next moment, he heard the sound of energy buzzing, and a cold mechanical voice.

"Power Mode!"

Bang! Lun only felt his fist hit a steel wall… no, even steel would be torn apart under this punch, but this punch only made this indestructible "wall" move back a few centimeters, and then the touch of steel wrapped his fist.