Shape shifter tier three.

Before its demise, Fong Hao caught sight of its name, Shape Shifter.

Its primary characteristic appeared to be its ability to mimic the appearance of enemies, thereby deceiving them.

However, its tier was indeed low, and its combat effectiveness was mediocre.

Faced with the onslaught of the undead skeletons, it could not endure for long and was quickly slain.

What manner of creature was that? And Jia inquired softly upon returning.

It is known as a shape- shifter.

It presumably possesses the ability to imitate humans.

Fongo replied quietly.

In its transformed state as gray bear, the attributes he observed were also those of gray bear.

This capability could be deemed quite formidable.

Whoever possessed such an ability would have no fear of being recognized while stealing.

Black Sword, go and bring Gray Bear and the others here.

It seems we have encountered an enemy skilled in disguise.

Fong how instructed.

Yes, my lord.

Black sword acknowledged before departing with several skeletal soldiers.

Fortunately, this shape-shifting foe was solitary, and its recent blunder was glaring.

It had mistaken Black Sword for Fongghao, and Gray Bear herself would never refer to Fong Ho by his full name.

Before long, Gray Bear and her companions were brought forth.

My lord, what has transpired? Gray Bear asked with curiosity.

It's nothing.

I've discovered an adversary skilled in assuming the appearance of others.

You should exercise caution, Fongo remarked.

Understood, my lord, replied the gray bear and the others, still somewhat perplexed by the unfolding events.

Fongo gestured to several skeletal trolls and began to traverse deeper into the cavern.

Upon entering, they found a descending corridor of stone steps.

The width of the steps was limited yet sufficient for two skeletal warriors to walk side by side.

The corridor had been reinforced, adorned with bar leaves similar to those outside.

As they descended, they approached a hune chamber.

The sight within the room caused Fong House's soul flame to tremble.

The rectangular space, approximately 20 square meters, was encircled by walls constructed of skulls, an infernal chamber indeed.

It mirrored the eerie, dreadful atmosphere of the underground room in the previous village, akin to stepping into a hellish realm.

At the center of the room stood a long stone table upon which rested a golden treasure chest.

Let us ascertain if there is any danger, Fongo suggested.

One of the skeletal warriors entered the chamber, circumnavigated the room, and effortlessly retrieved the golden chest.

Chapter 324.

The lame and the dependent dog, the skeletal warrior, strode forth with an exaggerated swagger.

No perils or unforeseen circumstances ensued.

If the guardian of the previous room, the demon within the well, was the mud creature, then the protector of this chamber must be the recently encountered shape shifter.

It can be asserted that the shape- shifter poses an even greater threat than the mud creature.

It possesses the ability to assume the guise of a trusted companion, thus disturbing one's mental equilibrium.

Imagine the horror of discovering that your most reliable ally is in fact an adversary.

The shape shifter that had just appeared must have misinterpreted a call for Fong Ho, mistaking the black sword for him, which ultimately led to its prompt exposure by the group.

Upon witnessing the skeletal warrior emerged triumphantly with a treasure chest and scathed by any traps or hazards, Fong how unfurled his wings and soared back into the chamber.

Previously within the demon's lair, he had secured fragments of the demon's tome.

He now wondered if any remnants remained.

He meticulously searched through the room's artifacts.

But aside from some rusted metallic remnants, nothing of value was unearthed, nor did he recover any pages of the demon tome.

Let us depart, Fongghao instructed, aligning on the shoulder of a skeletal warrior.

Following his command, the skeletons promptly exited the cavern.

Outside, the group awaited Fong Ha's return.

Upon his arrival, Anjao approached with inquiries.

"What transpired below?" "Did you find anything of worth?" "Just an ordinary stone chamber.

" "We had taken everything of note," Fong Hao replied, glancing at the nearby treasure chest.

"Should I search again? Your eyesight seems somewhat impaired.

Anja expressed her concerns.

What nonsense? There is nothing left to find.

Organized the collection of stones to seal the entrance.

Fong Hao commanded decisively.

The demon's lair perpetually exuded an aura of dread and peculiarity.

Even with Ana's relatively bold demeanor, Fong Hao deemed it unwise to allow her to descend.

Very well, Anja conceded, summoning several skeletons to commence gathering rubble to barricade the cave entirely.

Fong Hao then proceeded to the front of the Gay Bear's group.

Gray Bear, when we first meet, Fong Hao inquired.

Gray Bear paused momentarily perplexed by Fong Ho's question.

Yet, he responded, "My lord, are you referring to the incident when I led a raid against your caravan? I was merely influenced by the Iron Blood mercenaries.

I had no intention of targeting you.

Indeed, gather your men.

Conduct private inquiries with Black Sword to ensure there are no remaining shape shifters lurking among us.

Fong how instructed.

Although he believed only one creature remained to guard the demons stone chamber, he could not entirely dismiss the possibility of a second.

The shape- shifter could mimic human appearance, but lack the capacity to access the memories of its imitation.

A solitary interrogation would suffice to distinguish the genuine from the false.

Understood, my lord, gray bear acknowledged, grasping Fongghow's intent to ascertain his identity.

He promptly gathered his subordinates for one-on-one questioning.

Within the encampment, there were only a handful of individuals.

Like a quaint little village, everyone knew each other, making inquiries quite effortless.

Approximately half an hour later, the cave was completely sealed and the inquiries on the grizzly bear's side were concluded without any issues.

All right, let's set off to the bandits camp.

The sooner we finish, the sooner everyone can rest.

Fonhow commanded once more.

The large group resumed their journey towards the second map, the bandits camp.

In the afternoon at 3:20, before a low cave on the outskirts of Ley City, a limping man addressed a robust figure.

Boss lie.

This is the cave where I always managed to find gems.

You promised that if I led you here, you would absolve my debts.

Boss Lie peered intently into the cave which was engulfed in darkness with visibility extending only a meter or two.

Stop with the nonsense.

Is there any danger inside? Lie cursed, urging the man to get to the point.

I don't know.

I've only picked up a gem or two near the entrance.

I feared entering due to potential dangers, the limping man replied, his voice trembling.

Lyan Mclair, thinking him utterly useless.

They hadn't even entered yet, and he was already terrified.

Many were aware of the man's ability to find gems.

If it were anyone else, they would have already struck it rich.

Few had ended up like him.

"Prepare the torches," Lie instructed.

One of his underlings lit a torch and handed it to Lie.