Divine Seal: The Shadow Legion, I am the Shadow Lord.

Half a month later, in Haoyue City.

Walking down the street, Yunxuan looked around with a hint of curiosity. Haoyue City was much more prosperous than Odin Town.

Since completing his Divine Awakening at the Shadow Temple half a month ago, Yun Xuan's strength has increased significantly.

One hundred points of innate inner spiritual power, and over two hundred points of outer spiritual power.

With both combined, his current strength has firmly established him as a third-tier knight.

However, Yunxuan did not intend to expose his external spiritual power.

After all, having one hundred points of innate inner spiritual power is already an amazing talent, and having two hundred points of outer spiritual power is no longer a matter of talent.

This means that Yunxuan must possess a great treasure, otherwise he would not have been able to break through two hundred points of external spiritual power at such a young age.

Yunxuan understood the principle that "the tallest tree in the forest will be felled by the wind."

External spiritual power reflects physical strength, which is relatively easy to control; combat relies more on technique.

The streets are lined with shops, from general stores selling everyday items to taverns and restaurants wafting with the aroma of food.

There are also weapon and armor shops shimmering with magical light, and alchemy huts selling potion materials—everything you could need.

According to Yunxuan's understanding, in the southeastern region of the Holy Temple Alliance, Haoyue City can only be considered a medium-sized city of considerable size.

However, its geographical location is quite important, its commerce is prosperous, and the temple forces stationed there are relatively strong.

After entering the city, Yunxuan did not delay. He found a passerby who looked kind and asked him some questions before heading directly to the Haoyue Branch Hall.

Following the instructions, he walked through several wide streets, and as he approached the central area of ​​Haoyue City, a magnificent building came into view.

The architecture is solemn and imposing, with distinctive features of a knightly temple.

"This is it." Yunxuan stopped in front of the gate of the branch hall.

But upon arriving at the Haoyue Branch Hall, Yunxuan paused slightly.

But it wasn't because of the grandeur of the building in front of him, but because he sensed the presence of the ghost mask.

That aura was coming from inside the branch hall.

Since his awakening ended half a month ago, he discovered that all nine Ghost Masks in the Shadow Temple had disappeared.

Afterwards, three stone statues representing different legions were erected in their place.

Yunxuan quickly guessed the reason: those ghost masks had likely left the Shadow Temple and chosen their own masters.

The emergence of the three legions means that three people have accepted the mask and become generals of the Shadow Legion.

The other six masks are currently in a state of not having chosen a master, or rather, the owners of the masks are still hesitating.

Yunxuan hadn't expected to encounter one of the "generals" so soon.

This aroused a sense of curiosity in Yunxuan: "Who could it be? A knight from the Bright Moon Branch Hall? Or a visitor passing through?"

As he was pondering to himself, the two young knights guarding the door quickly noticed him.

"Little friend, who are you looking for?" A kind-looking young knight on the left asked.

Yunxuan looked like a handsome boy of just over ten years old, and his arrival alone at the entrance of the Knight's Temple certainly attracted attention.

Yun Xuan immediately composed himself and politely replied, "Hello, I'm here to see Palace Master Nalan Shu."

"Looking for the Temple Master?" The two young knights exchanged a glance, both somewhat surprised.

The Palace Master, Nalan Shu, holds a prestigious position in Haoyue City and is extremely busy; he is not someone that just anyone can meet.

The knight who had asked the question earlier pressed further, "I'm afraid that won't work. This is a branch of the Moon Knights; only members of our temple are allowed to enter."

Yun Xuan took out the letter from Long Xingyu from his bosom: "Someone asked me to give this letter to your Palace Master."

The young knight on the left thought for a moment, then extended his hand and said, "Since it's a letter, give it to me and I'll pass it on to the Lord."

Yunxuan nodded, then handed over the letter, saying, "Thank you for your help."

The young knight who received the letter turned and strode into the branch hall, preparing to announce the news.

Yunxuan stood quietly to one side of the entrance, waiting, his gaze sweeping silently over the interior of the branch hall.

At the same time, I can feel the increasingly obvious fluctuation of "shadow" more clearly, and the owner of that ghostly mask seems to be approaching.

Just then, a woman's voice came from inside the branch hall: "What are you doing? Two adults, making things difficult for a little child?"

Accompanied by the sound, a lithe and graceful figure walked out from the main hall of the branch hall.

It was a young girl wearing a fitted light armor, her long pink hair neatly combed into a sleek ponytail that swayed gently with her steps.

What's most striking are her beautiful pinkish-blue eyes, which are now fixed on Yunxuan with a mixture of curiosity and scrutiny.

The girl was Li Xin.

As soon as she came out of the training ground, she saw a slender but exceptionally handsome young man standing at the entrance.

At first glance, she felt an inexplicable sense of familiarity with the boy's appearance. On a whim, she walked over to see what was going on.

However, when she actually stood in front of Yunxuan and saw his face clearly, her heart was filled with a storm of emotions.

This face... is clearly the same one she saw half a month ago through that ghostly mask, the genius with an innate spiritual power of one hundred points!

He was also her direct superior.

However, she hasn't officially signed the "contract" yet; she can only be considered her future boss.

Although he appears more real in real life, he lacks the sacred and mysterious aura that comes with being surrounded by light and shadow.

But Li Xin was certain that she had not made a mistake!

He actually came to Bright Moon City, and appeared right at the entrance of the Knights' Branch Hall!

"Sir Knight, this child is here to see Lord Nalan, saying he's delivering a message," the two young knights explained upon seeing Li Xin.

Li Xin quickly suppressed her shock and tried to make her expression look natural.

He nodded to the two young knights, then walked to Yun Xuan's side and said in a gentle tone, "I see. Since you're looking for the teacher, I'll take this child in. You two continue your guard duty."

After speaking, Li Xin lowered her head slightly and looked at Yun Xuan, who was a head shorter than her.

At close range, the faint resonance from the same source seemed to intensify, causing her heart to race.

"Little brother, come with me. I'll take you to find Lord Nalan. What's your name?"

Yunxuan said, "My name is Yunxuan."

"Yunxuan... okay, come with me." Li Xin memorized the name and turned to signal Yunxuan to follow.

Upon entering the main hall of the Haoyue Branch Hall, a solemn and dignified atmosphere immediately greets you.

Along the way, Li Xin appeared to be leading the way, but in reality, she was secretly glancing at Yun Xuan beside her out of the corner of her eye.

The boy had a tall and straight figure, and his outstanding appearance alone was enough to leave a deep impression.

But to let a boy who looks several years younger than you become your future "boss" to whom you may need to serve?

Just thinking about it made Li Xin feel awkward, even a little hard to accept.

Li Xin asked casually, "Yunxuan, what brings you here to see Uncle Nalan?"

Yunxuan replied, "I'm here to study too."

Upon hearing this, an idea quickly formed in Li Xin's mind.

She stopped, turned around, and gave a sly smile: "You're here to learn? That's great! Our Bright Moon Branch Hall needs fresh blood like you."

She patted Yunxuan on the shoulder, her tone becoming exceptionally warm: "Since you're new here and don't know anyone, you'll cultivate with me from now on! You can call me 'elder sister' from now on!"

She said it so naturally, even with a hint of "I'll protect you from now on."

Yunxuan raised an eyebrow. He had a feeling that Li Xin was doing it on purpose, but he had no proof. He just gave a vague reply: "Mm."

Seeing that Yunxuan's reaction was indifferent, Li Xin didn't pay much attention.