Looking at the corpses on the ground, Han Xing pondered.

"There's no clue, but from their conversation, I can deduce that these people must have planned this."

"And it sounds like this is not the first time they've done this, they seem pretty skilled."

"It's just unfortunate for them that they ran into me."

After obtaining this information, Han Xing continued to search these people.

[Acquired Bronze Staff*1, homemade explosive canisters*3, gunpowder*17...]

The loot was fairly average, apart from some green equipment, just a bit of materials.

Han Xing then began to search the second corpse, which seemed to be the Warrior who issued orders.

On him, Han Xing found a blue Great Sword, along with some fairly average materials.

After finishing searching all eight corpses, Han Xing couldn't help but curse.

"Penniless bastards."

The equipment on these Survivors were a mix of ordinary green and blue, and the quality was very low.

Han Xing was completely uninterested.

At this moment, Han Xing suddenly noticed the boundary of the territory, those eight Survivor Sky Islands, each not less than a thousand square meters, making his eyes light up.

This was his first time encountering already-deceased Survivor Sky Islands.

"These guys are all dead, so their territories should be able to merge with mine, right?" Han Xing pondered.

The next moment.

System notifications appeared.

[You have merged with unclaimed Sky Island, acquired territory pieces 1433, acquired core lands*2, acquired territory resources: Spirit Core*4512, homemade explosive canisters*12, acquired Refined Iron*3213, acquired...]

[You have merged with unclaimed Sky Island, acquired territory pieces 1012, acquired core lands*1, acquired territory resources, Dark Fire Stone*775, Mithril*93, acquired Bronze Battleaxe*1, acquired...]

[You have merged with unclaimed Sky Island...]

Eight notifications came in succession, and Han Xing's territory expanded nearly 10,000 square meters in just a few seconds!

The total area directly doubled.

"Damn!"

This terrifying speed of expansion put Han Xing in a bewildered state.

A moment later, looking at his colossal territory, which suddenly reached over 15,000 square meters, Han Xing's face showed an uncontrollable smile.

"Very good, is this how it goes?"

"No wonder these guys like to commit murder and robbery, damn, this bounty is more than terrifying."

Han Xing gained over 10,000 square meters of land by killing eight people, more than what he had painstakingly explored for over ten days.

Moreover, aside from the territory, there were also a large amount of materials.

The gains these eight people collected over nearly half a month were all taken by Han Xing.

With such a large territory, he could use it for many things.

At this time, Han Xing also noticed a different notification in the system.

In addition to these territories, he also obtained nine core lands.

Han Xing remembered, when first entering this world, the system mentioned that everyone has a core land under their feet, which serves as the foundation for future development...

Could it be?

He looked at the status bar, the territory column, his core lands had increased from 1 to 10, leaving him astonished.

"Wow, it really is!"

Han Xing tried to manipulate these newly acquired 9 core lands, finding they all flew towards him and hovered in front of him.

At this moment, Han Xing more or less understood the function of core lands.

This is equivalent to a new territory keystone, which can be used to create a few more Sky Islands.

On a day in the future, if your Sky Island reaches a large scale and becomes inconvenient to move, you can choose to settle down somewhere.

Then control the new core lands to create another Sky Island.

At this point, Han Xing suddenly thought of something, "Can these core lands be given to other Survivors?"

He thought of Zhang Lianmeng.

Last time, to protect Han Xing, Zhang Lianmeng's core land was blown up, causing the collapse of her territory.

Han Xing had previously thought, if Survivors lose their territory, could they never make a comeback?

But now, these 9 core lands before him gave him the answer.

There is a way, and that is to eliminate other Survivors and seize their core lands, akin to stealing their nests.

"Previously, I promised that woman I would help her restore her territory, never thought it could be achieved so quickly."

Han Xing's lips curved into a relaxed smile, he planned to talk to Zhang Lianmeng about this matter tomorrow.

At this time, Han Xing looked at the corpses on the ground again, already having some deductions in his heart.

"This group should be related to the two Survivors I saw during the day."

"Did they see my castle within the territory and get greedy?"

At this stage, no Survivor could build such a large territory and structure like Han Xing.

Even if there were architectural blueprints, the required materials would be enough to keep them collecting for a long time.

And Han Xing's castle should be unique.

Therefore, Han Xing deduced that this group likely became greedy at the sight of his wealth, planning to kill him and plunder his territory.

Otherwise, he couldn't think of another reason why these guys came to attack his Sky Island in the middle of the night.

Fearing these guys had accomplices, Han Xing controlled his Sky Island Territory to travel hundreds of kilometers overnight.

Seeing that there was still some time before morning, Han Xing decided to go back and take a nap.

To be safe, he instructed the Coal Ball to patrol outside the territory temporarily.

Meanwhile.

Whisperer received a report from his subordinate Huang Wen.

"Did the action fail?"

He pondered, his face showing not a trace of frustration after the failure, but instead a hint of a successful smile.

"Very good, in that case, let's proceed with the next step of the plan tomorrow."

...

After Han Xing returned to the room on the top floor of the tower, he reflected on the gains from this battle.

This was also his first time clashing with other survivors.

The strength of these people couldn't be called strong, but it wasn't too bad either.

With the advantage of terrain and equipment, Han Xing could thoroughly suppress them.

But if it were in an open area, Han Xing couldn't guarantee that he could handle it as easily.

"I still need to quickly enhance my own strength and then promptly build up the territory's defense system."

"At the very least, I need to make sure others can't just land on my territory freely."

"I remember, among the rewards for first place, there's a blueprint for a Spiritual Shield Tower and a leader-level Golden Armor Puppet."

"After taking first place tomorrow, just build the defense tower immediately, then the territory's defense should be significantly enhanced!"

Han Xing decided to level up as soon as dawn breaks, aiming to reach level 10 within the day!

Just as he was about to fall asleep, a knock suddenly sounded at the door.

Han Xing looked puzzled, as only he and Zhang Lianmeng were in this castle.

What is this woman up to in the middle of the night without sleeping?

Recalling the impulsive action he took downstairs earlier, the alluring figure reappeared in Han Xing's mind.

Han Xing opened the door and immediately saw Zhang Lianmeng standing outside, wearing thin pajamas and looking nervous.

She was slightly panting, her cheeks flushed red.

Han Xing asked in confusion, "Is there something you need?"

Zhang Lianmeng hesitated as she heard Han Xing speak, seemingly at a loss for words.

Moments later, she seemed to muster her courage, taking a deep breath and asking, "Well, I'm a bit scared and can't sleep alone in that room."

"Can I, can I sleep in your room?"

Han Xing was taken aback.

At this moment, he remembered.

In Zhang Lianmeng's room, someone had indeed just died, so feeling scared was normal.

He thought Zhang Lianmeng wanted to swap rooms with him, so he nodded and said, "Sure, I'll gather my things, you sleep up here tonight, I'll go downstairs."

Han Xing wasn't too superstitious about these things.

Zhang Lianmeng hurriedly replied, "No, don't!"

"I... I didn't mean that."

"I want to be in the same room with you, I'm scared..."

After saying this, she seemed to have used all her courage, lowering her head deeply.

She was waiting for Han Xing's answer.

In the moonlight, Zhang Lianmeng stood barefoot, her legs as white as jade tightly together, looking uneasy and anxious.

Han Xing could even see her ample form rising and falling with her breathing.

At this moment, Zhang Lianmeng seemed to be so shy that her entire skin radiated a reddish tinge, and even from a distance, it seemed possible to feel the rising warmth from her body.

If Han Xing still didn't understand what she meant, he would be a fool.

Recalling what had happened downstairs, Han Xing's heart was also filled with warmth.

He suddenly grabbed Zhang Lianmeng's wrist and pulled her into his arms.

"Ah..."

Zhang Lianmeng apparently hadn't expected Han Xing to take such a bold action, letting out a soft sound.

However, the next moment, she found her legs off the ground, her entire being was lifted by Han Xing.

Zhang Lianmeng's delicate body trembled, instinctively wrapping her arms tightly around Han Xing's neck.

At this moment, Zhang Lianmeng felt as if the world was spinning, as if in a dream.

She heard the heavy and powerful breath of the man, even beneath his solid chest, she could hear the intense beating of his heart.

"Brother Xing..." Zhang Lianmeng murmured softly, then buried her head in Han Xing's chest.

Han Xing gently placed the beauty in his arms onto the bed, turning his back.

Rustle...

The sound of clothes being removed.

Lying on the bed, Zhang Lianmeng bit her lip, her heart instinctively tightened upon hearing the sound.

Yet along with the tension came a little tingling and anticipation...

Her beautiful eyes shimmering, she stared at the young man's back. Thinking about what was about to happen made her nervously clamp her legs together even tighter.

Han Xing turned around, looking at the beauty on the bed.

Moonlight spilled across the pillow, under its glow, her fair skin appeared blushing with a shy pink.

As Han Xing's face drew closer to Zhang Lianmeng, she felt her heart skip a beat.

"Have you made up your mind?" Han Xing asked solemnly.

Zhang Lianmeng knew what he meant, blushing all over, and gently nodded.

Han Xing no longer hesitated.

The night was enchanting, and soon the room in the castle was filled with suppressed murmurs.

"Brother Xing..."

"Brother Xing..."

"Uhh..."

After a sweet moan, the beauty's rapid breaths gradually calmed down.

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