Lu Lin instinctively stopped in his tracks, cautiously perceiving the surroundings. This doesn’t match the intelligence about Liu Chang. Liu Chang is supposed to be fleeing alone in the wilderness. Why are there more than a dozen figures here? The lighting is still decent now, even in the cave, Lu Lin can see the dozen or so people opposite him clearly. Sharp teeth, skin covered in black, black clothes. Pointed ears, and everyone has a silver earring on their ear. This is... the Dark Silk Clan? The same race that Chen Xiran encountered during his previous training outside? Lu Lin clenched the broken knife in his hand tightly. What is the relationship between this Liu Chang and these dozen Dark Silk people? The leader of the Dark Silks, whose face is indistinct, stepped forward, smiling as he watched Lu Lin approach. Lu Lin could clearly see strands of flesh hanging from his sharp teeth. "Delivering yourself to us?" Although this person wasn’t speaking English or Hua Xia, for some reason, Lu Lin could understand. But he had no time to ponder this now. "What do you want to do?" "What do we want to do?" The leading Dark Silk man found Lu Lin’s question amusing. "You tracked us here, what do you want to do?" Lu Lin pointed to the human suspected to be Liu Chang and said, "I want to take him." The Dark Silk man pushed Liu Chang to the ground, stepping on his head with force. Though Liu Chang’s face twisted in pain, he remained silent. "However, he is now our slave. What will you trade for him?" Bai Buyi stepped forward to stand beside him, nodding slightly. Lu Lin gave a slight nod as well, making his decision. In his perception, these Dark Silk people weren’t very strong. The leading one had a power slightly above Fourth Level, which would be no problem for Bai Buyi. The remaining ten or so were of normal Third and Second Level cultivation, which Lu Lin could handle alone. If that’s the case, then it’s time to act. Lu Lin stepped forward. "He is a criminal of my Human Race, and I will capture him. How dare a small Dark Silk clan obstruct me?" "Beware of my Human Martial Artists passing through, making all of you meet your end." Seeing Lu Lin’s arrogant demeanor, the leading Dark Silk man let out a sneering laugh. Before he could speak, the other clan members behind him furiously shouted. "Kill him. Kill him." "Such impudent humans dare to act so boldly." In their hands were pieces of wood, burnt black as if charred. Though they were shouting, none crossed beyond their leader to attack Lu Lin. "Heh heh, Human Race. You are the mortal enemies of the Dark Silk Clan. The great Dark Silk God has decreed that every human be exterminated." While he was speaking, the Dark Silk leader saw a Dread Lion appear before him. The Dread Lion roared, lunging directly at his head. The Dark Silk leader roared in anger, raising the charred wooden staff in his hand, and smashed it onto the Dread Lion’s head. At that moment, Lu Lin saw an opportunity and executed the Step, swiftly appearing beside the many Dark Silk people. The broken knife in his hand swung rapidly. He didn’t apply Star Power. In truth, his Star Skill couldn’t keep up with his speed in such a situation requiring pace. Relying solely on his distance of 20,000 jin, he repeatedly slashed back and forth. The situation between Humans and the Alien Race was one of irreconcilable conflict. Having conversed upon meeting was already rare. Lu Lin showed no mercy in his actions. The broken knife slashed repeatedly. Due to the extreme speed, although he absorbed a trace of Star Power and Life Energy through the blade, the quantity was not much. Behind him, Bai Buyi felt something was wrong, but couldn’t perceive what exactly. Dark Silk people not exceeding the Third Level groaned and wailed under Lu Lin’s broken knife. At this point, Fang Gang also reacted. He gathered a large wave of water in his hands and, seizing the opportunity, smashed it onto the Dark Silk people trying to ambush Lu Lin, knocking them askew. Bai Buyi’s Dread Lion, though at the Sixth Level, didn’t quickly resolve the battle. Like a cat playing with a mouse, it watched the Dark Silk leader roar in anger, yet unable to do anything. The Dark Silk leader roared, his black clothing rising without wind. Moreover, Lu Lin noticed through the corner of his eye that his skin seemed to peel off layer by layer, transforming into black cloth soaring into the air. At his summons, other Dark Silk still barely alive from Lu Lin’s attacks also roared, their skins rapidly peeling off. The Dark Silk leader shouted, linking the black silk floating in the air into a single space. At the moment the Dark Silk World was formed, Lu Lin suddenly realized the gravity of the situation. He underestimated them. This Dark Silk World is a unique combat skill of the Dark Silk exotic race. It could be understood as a combination Star Skill. The Dark Silk World can enhance the combat power of the Dark Silk within, reduce the opponent’s combat ability and resistance. To an extent, it prevents internal enemies from replenishing Star Power. Another feature is that of a cage. As long as there is a single Dark Silk living within the Dark Silk World, it will not be broken. Of course, this is only theoretically speaking. If a Titled King or even a Golden Body Realm strong person attacked now, the Dark Silk World could still be broken. Lu Lin’s heart tightened. Relying on Bai Buyi was certainly out of the question; although he was formidable, he was a non-combat type Sixth Level Star Core Fighter. Now, it seemed he could only depend on himself. "Haha, human, you dare to kill so many warriors of the Dark Silk Clan." "I will wrap you in dark silk and present you to the great Dark Silk God." The Dark Silk leader laughed wildly. Meanwhile, other Dark Silk people covered by the Dark Silk World gradually regained mobility, standing up and surrounding Lu Lin. Lu Lin felt a bit regretful in his heart. Before setting out, he had specifically read the introductions about some of the alien races and exotic beasts around Food God City. The Dark Silk Clan is considered a relatively common one. Unexpectedly, he had still inadvertently fallen into their Dark Silk World. These aliens only cultivate Star Veins but do not comprehend Star Skills. The reason they have been able to contend in battle with humans for so many years lies in their various magical skills. The Dark Silk World is a commonly used skill by the Dark Silk Clan, but it does have certain limitations. Lu Lin didn’t have much time to think and quickly displayed the Inch Step to rush toward the ordinary Dark Silk Clan people. One by one, the members of the Dark Silk Clan fell, but after a while, they could stand up again and continue attacking Lu Lin. While dodging, Lu Lin kept thinking of ways in his mind. Lu Lin glanced at the Dark Silk Clan leader, who immediately fell into a state of unconsciousness. Using the same method, Lu Lin displayed it on each member of the Dark Silk Clan. All these members became dazed, just like the leader. Though the Dark Silk World was still present, Lu Lin believed that breaking it was only a matter of time. The broken knife stabbed into the chest of the Dark Silk leader, and streams of life force and star power flowed from the broken knife into Lu Lin’s body. Lu Lin discovered that the star power of these Dark Silk Clan members was actually black in color. Completely different from the silver color cultivated by humans. Even within this star power, there was a hint of darkness and corrosiveness. This kind of star power was not something he wanted. When it gathered a bit more, Lu Lin concentrated this star power on his feet and fiercely kicked the surrounding Dark Silk Clan people. These people, caught in the illusion of indifference, were completely oblivious to Lu Lin’s attacks. After a few kicks, the star power that entered his body was completely consumed. Lu Lin faintly felt a sensation above the Bai Acupoint at the Ying Bai Acupoint. It’s an opportunity for a breakthrough. But he was still under the coverage of the Dark Silk World, unable to calmly cultivate, so he had to give it up. When Lu Lin had almost absorbed all the life force from the Dark Silk leader, he suddenly twisted the broken knife in the leader’s chest. The Dark Silk leader unconsciously spat out a mouthful of blood. Even with such severe wounds, he didn’t escape the illusion. Dark Silk leader, dead. Next, Lu Lin repeated the process, killing all the other Dark Silk Clan members as well. The Black Silk World, solid and impregnable, finally dissipated. Pieces of black cloth floated down from the sky, covering the dead Dark Silk Clan members. "Captain, you’re alright." Fang Gang was attacking the Black Silk World with a knife when he suddenly saw Lu Lin, and exclaimed in delight. Beside him, Bai Buyi also summoned various exotic beasts to help attack together. "Lu Lin, you actually managed to come out of the Dark Silk World!" Although the Dark Silk World is common, human martial artists know its terrifying nature. Once the Dark Silk Clan uses the Dark Silk World, whether it’s ten times or a hundred times, it’s rare for anyone to break out and escape from inside. Especially a Dark Silk World formed by multiple people. Only... Bai Buyi was pondering when suddenly his eyes narrowed. That familiar feeling arrived. Bai Buyi sensed the life energy released from inside Lu Lin’s body. Lu Lin really could use some secret method to absorb other’s star power and life force from both humans and exotic beasts. Bai Buyi’s eyes showed a trace of excitement, which he quickly concealed. Yet, Lu Lin caught that trace. Lu Lin sighed inwardly, realizing that some things really couldn’t be hidden. Unless he doesn’t practice combat with everyone. "I’m fine, but, what about Liu Chang." Fang Gang and Bai Buyi glanced at each other and said in unison: "Wasn’t he just with you when you entered the Dark Silk World?" Lu Lin shook his head. Inside, he was only killing members of the Dark Silk Clan, and didn’t see anyone like Liu Chang. Where did Liu Chang go? The few of them exchanged looks, simultaneously thinking of the back route. Not good, Chen Xiran was still behind. Lu Lin quickly raced back. Having finally solved the battle, yet Liu Chang whom they intended to capture had run away. Hopefully the guard Chen Xiran behind didn’t encounter any problem. After a few steps, Lu Lin could feel a wave of heat from ahead. "A bunch of creepy insects." "Get down quickly, get down quickly." Chen Xiran’s tearful voice reached him, giving Lu Lin some relief. It appeared there was no major issue on the other side. Liu Chang hadn’t fled in this direction either. Turning around the cave passage, Lu Lin saw Chen Xiran continuously releasing fireballs. Flames were burning all over her body. A swarm of red insects, looking like ladybugs, kept circling around Chen Xiran. "These are flame beetles." Lu Lin sighed helplessly. It must have been when Chen Xiran used her Fire Star Skills earlier, attracting these beetles. While trying to drive them away, she could only release flames to expel them. Are you driving away or attracting them? "Fang Gang, come put out the fire for Chen Xiran." "If it keeps going , probably all the flame beetles on Starlight Mountain will be attracted here." Fang Gang ran out from the cave, nearly laughed at Chen Xiran’s situation. Using fire to burn flame beetles, it’s... beyond words. While thinking this, Fang Gang’s hand didn’t slow down, a set of water lines emerged from his hand, enveloping Chen Xiran. Once the flame beetles felt the water, they flew away quickly.