In the Death Realm.
Shan Hai was working on something.
Many of the red veins that had once been spread underground were now lying twisted on the surface.
The entire area looked like a dismantled machine, scattered and broken.
Shan Hai was holding a red vein in his hand, doing something with it.
However, his expression was extremely solemn, suggesting it was no easy task.
Just then, he received a message from the Black Robes.
Li Xie Qian himself had sent it, asking him to return.
Looking at the vein he was working on at a critical moment, Shan Hai pondered for a moment and decisively contacted his main body.
[Main Body, something needs to be done!]
Lin Feng was currently lounging with his legs crossed, watching television in his villa.
It was Chinese New Year, and he had been indulging himself for days.
Suddenly receiving communication from his clone, Lin Feng pressed the pause button on the TV.
[What is it? Any new discoveries in the Death Realm?]
Considering the time, Shan Hai had been in the Death Realm for about a month, and he hadn't asked about the progress of his research.
[The Black Robes seem to have something going on. Li Xie Qian sent a message asking me to go to Gathering Star Four!]
[But here, I'm having trouble letting go of the things in the Death Realm.]
[These veins should be connected to some kind of controller, which I haven't found yet.]
[This controller might be a living entity, and I'm setting up some blockades to prevent it from escaping the Death Realm.]
Shan Hai's messages continued to come in.
[What should I do now? Should I abandon this thing in the Death Realm for now?]
The entity within the veins had already sensed Shan Hai's attempt to capture it and was desperately trying to escape.
Its escape methods were so bizarre that Shan Hai couldn't figure them out for a moment.
If he abandoned it now, he might not be able to find it again. Who knew how much effort and how many days it took to catch even a trace of its presence?
However, compared to the Death Realm, the Black Robes were clearly more important.
The timing was critical, as he was required to reach Gathering Star Four within an hour.
Even if they could wait for two more days, it would be fine!
Could it be that his actions to help the main body were discovered?
Shan Hai broke out in a cold sweat. What a predicament, to be caught between a rock and a hard place.
On Blue Star, Lin Feng pondered for a moment and then stood up from the sofa.
He hadn't expected such a sudden turn of events.
But it didn't matter, he would handle it.
[No need to abandon it. You continue to deal with this entity in the Death Realm.]
[As for Gathering Star Four, I'll go myself!!]
Lin Feng stretched his body.
After lying down for so many days, he felt like he was degenerating, and it was time to get some exercise.
Shan Hai's eyes lit up.
With the main body taking action, it couldn't be better.
[I've synchronized all my memories regarding the current situation of the Black Robes to you.]
Shan Hai unhesitatingly synchronized the latest memories.
With this, no one would suspect Lin Feng's identity, especially since they were one and the same.
After receiving the memories, Lin Feng informed Susan and then left.
Time was short, and there was no time for further explanations.
According to the synchronized memories, Li Xie Qian had sent this message half an hour ago, and he had half an hour to reach Gathering Star Four.
As for Shan Hai's mission to monitor him, it was temporarily postponed for a few days.
So, what did this mean? Could the Black Robes have a mission?
Lin Feng had no idea. He went to the Death Realm, took Shan Hai's Black Robe communicator, and then teleported to Gathering Star Four, which belonged to the Golden Silver Tree's territory.
During the process, Lin Feng casually swiped his face, transforming into Shan Hai's disguised appearance.
Finally, he put on a Black Robe, and he was perfect!
Gathering Star Four.
Lin Feng teleported back and proceeded to the central gathering point where Li Xie Qian was located.
Shan Hai had also synchronized memories of the Black Robe organization before, but not things like daily life or routes to certain places.
This time, with all memories synchronized, Lin Feng was fully aware of the current situation on Gathering Star Four.
The gathering point was somewhat like a bar.
The guards at the entrance saw Lin Feng and showed no suspicion, bowing respectfully.
"Lord Shan Hai, please come in."
Lin Feng remained silent.
The persona Shan Hai had cultivated here was that of an arrogant but intelligent and capable villain who was difficult to deal with.
If Lin Feng had responded, it would have raised suspicion.
Entering the gathering point, it was already crowded.
Countless Black Robes surrounded a circular platform, with Li Xie Qian standing on top.
Based on the memories, this place was usually not so crowded. Why were there so many people today?
What was going on, a pep rally? Lin Feng asked himself with some confusion as he walked further in.
On the platform, Li Xie Qian was accompanied by two other Black Robes.
"Shan Hai, quickly, come up!"
Li Xie Qian, with his keen eyes, spotted Lin Feng in the crowd at once.
Innumerable gazes turned towards Lin Feng. He paid no attention, mimicking Shan Hai's usual attitude and pretending not to see.
He rushed onto the stage in a few steps and asked in a deep voice, "Lord Li, what's the situation? I'm not late, am I?"
This old fellow had often given Shan Hai many good things privately to win him over, even allowing him to address him as Brother Li.
However, in front of outsiders, Shan Hai usually addressed him as Lord Li, to maintain face and facilitate information gathering.
"Not late, not late," Li Xie Qian said with a smile, waving his hand. Lin Feng noticed that he was in a very high spirits today.
"Shan Hai, this is your first time here. You might not know that every so often, we hold a special selection."
"Each faction will nominate some elites to compete and advance in rank."
"Once you pass, you will begin to engage in core activities of the organization and receive even greater rewards!"
"And this year, I've nominated you and these two." Li Xie Qian pointed to the two Black Robes beside him.
"This isn't the place to talk. You two wait for me in the back for now!" Li Xie Qian instructed.
The two Black Robes exchanged glances, said nothing, and walked towards the back door indicated by Li Xie Qian.
Lin Feng naturally said nothing, pulled down his hood, and followed. He was Shan Hai now.
A special selection? Lin Feng didn't care, but the words "core mission" caught his attention.
He silently followed the two Black Robes.
From his earlier observations, he was certain that Shan Hai's activities in the Marvel universe had not been exposed.
Behind them was a small room, like a reception room.
Upon entering the room, the two Black Robes had already removed their hoods.
One man and one woman. The man had a fierce expression, while the woman was quite attractive. They both appeared to be human.
Lin Feng paid no attention to others' thoughts. He surveyed the room and walked directly to a seat, sitting down.
After sitting, Lin Feng carefully recalled Shan Hai's memories after synchronization. Indeed, there was no information about any special selection. It seemed to be new intelligence.
However, Lin Feng wasn't in a hurry. He crossed his legs and waited for Li Xie Qian.