Invisible Security Guard
Chapter 1062 - 1061: Marlon Shepherd Became Highly Sought After

Chapter 1062: Chapter 1061: Marlon Shepherd Became Highly Sought After

Chapter 1061: Marlon Shepherd Became a Hot Commodity

There were no difficulties, and no one came to inquire; by nightfall, all the supplies Yusuf Zuck needed had truly been delivered to his courtyard.

Helplessly, the Shepherd Family was truly wealthy, and the items he requested were too modest; hence, when the menial workers reported up the chain to Mr. Sheng, who then reported to Mr. Shui, who finally reported to Miss Fatty, she simply decreed, "Whatever my husband wants, give it to him!"

And so, Yusuf Zuck’s courtyard was heaped full.

Yusuf Zuck also felt like he probably asked for too little. Whether it was the grain store or the fabric shop, the Shepherd Family owned them all, so his requests for hundreds of bolts and hundreds of bushels were indeed insignificant.

Yusuf Zuck moved all these supplies into the Blue Sea and Cloud Sky, where he intended to cultivate Fairy World Rice and Grain. He needed the fabric for Ruth Wilcox and Lily Case, and then to allow them to appropriately gift some to the elves.

Although fabric could be woven in the Blue Sea and Cloud Sky, the output was too low due to scarce resources.

However, a hundred bolts of various silks were but a drop in the bucket; he still needed to figure out a way to obtain more. He had feared asking for too much at first, concerned Miss Fatty wouldn’t agree, but she had agreed so readily!

When night came, Yusuf Zuck sat in the courtyard awaiting Miss Fatty’s visit. He didn’t even enter his room, fearing that others might brand him "Martin Huppe," not even sparing a fat pig, so it was better to talk in the courtyard.

Unfortunately, as the lights were lit and then extinguished, only a young maid of Miss Fatty’s entered the courtyard; Miss Fatty did not come.

"Miss says, thank you for the concern, Young Master. There’s no need for you to worry about the security issues. Please take good care of yourself, as your health is the priority. Any matters or words can wait until after the master’s funeral!"

This Miss Fatty was actually avoiding meeting him, and he had no idea what she was up to.

"Then you go back and ask your mistress what kind of authority I have within the mansion," he said.

"Alright." The maid nodded and left, only to come back a bit later and relay, "Miss says this is your home, and that the entire Shepherd Mansion, and even she herself will heed your words in the future. What more authority do you need? However, concerning taking a concubine, you still must listen to Miss."

"Pfft—" Yusuf Zuck almost spat out his water. What the hell was this Fatty playing at?

"However, Miss has one more request: seven days later, she hopes you will help her to wear mourning clothes and attend the funeral. You are the only man in the family, and it’s only appropriate for you to preside and coordinate. The miss finds it inconvenient to do so herself," the maid continued.

"Okay, I agree," Yusuf Zuck said with a smile.

The maid departed once more.

After a moment of thought, Yusuf Zuck also rose and left the courtyard.

Though it was deep into the night, he was led out of the Shepherd Family residence by Mr. Sheng and then headed towards the city center.

A short while later, he arrived at the Shepherd Family’s Bao Lai Money Changers, where Marlon Shepherd lived in the premises, protected by proficient guards.

When Yusuf Zuck and Mr. Sheng arrived, they saw that the money changer was closed, but there was a luxurious carriage parked outside.

As Mr. Sheng knocked on the door, out came a very beautiful young girl with an old maidservant, and Marlon Shepherd personally saw them out.

The girl and her maidservant gave Yusuf Zuck and Mr. Sheng a mere glance before boarding the carriage and departing.

"Why have you come so late? I’ve been waiting for half the night for you; come on in!" Marlon Shepherd said with a warm and enthusiastic grin, dragging Yusuf Zuck inside.

Two individuals were sitting in the lobby of the money changer, enjoying some late-night snacks. Both were clad in brocade robes, radiating a fierce aura. As Yusuf Zuck looked over, he was surprised to find that he couldn’t see through the cultivation level of these two men, which seemed on par with that of Mr. Shui!

"Either Immortal Kings of the Ninth Rank or possessing the Attainment of Immortal Monarch, this Shepherd Family is extraordinary!" Yusuf Zuck marveled silently to himself. In the Campbell Sect, there were only two Immortal Kings, but in this affluent Clan’s home, Immortal Kings were commonplace, and there could even be Immortal Monarch experts.

Is the Shepherd Clan even mightier than those super sects?

"Both of you, this here is the new son-in-law of our Shepherd Mansion, Martin Huppe." Marlon Shepherd introduced with a wide grin.

"Hehe, son-in-law, hello!" The two didn’t even bother to stand up, just nodded with a smile.

"Come on, let’s go to the back house. I’ve also prepared food and drinks. How many years has it been since we last sat down and had a drink together? Move it, move it!" Marlon urged Yusuf Zuck to hurry, and after Yusuf gestured for his life-mentor to stay back, he followed Marlon across the main hall, took six or seven turns, and then arrived at the courtyard behind, which was Marlon’s private residence.

A large table of food and drinks was laid out in the courtyard room, clearly Marlon had known Yusuf would come, so he had prepared everything in advance!

"Who were that pretty lass and the old lady we just passed by? That girl seemed to treat you with a lot of respect," Yusuf sat down, grabbed a bottle of wine from the table, and started drinking.

"A lot of people in the city respect me greatly, Mr. Shepherd, including your dear little Xu Xu," said Martin Huppe.

Yusuf spewed out a mouthful of wine and cursed with a laugh, "Would you not disgust me for once? I’m the sick pervert? You’re the sick pervert. I was snatched to be a son-in-law here, you think I wanted it?"

"I heard about it. During the son-in-law selection yesterday, a bridal ball exploded on your head, and then you were chosen. You even flew up into the sky and nearly got struck dead by the Trapped Dragon Ban, right? You’ve got guts. It’s been many years since anyone dared fly in the sky. You’re the only one!"

"I was confused at that moment, forgetting that flight wasn’t permitted, so I got struck. But who’s that lass from earlier, getting all cozy with you?"

"The City Lord’s eldest daughter. She’s taken a fancy to me and often comes over to see me. She’s here again tonight!"

"Oh?" Yusuf squinted, all ears.

"There are many lords in the city, and many of their daughters have taken a fancy to me. I’m the hot ticket, understand?"

"Got it." Yusuf took another sip of wine; evidently, Marlon had been displaying his business talents, and that’s why he became the target of courtship by various merchants.

"It’s because of you that Mr. Shepherd became wealthy, right? Nobody can beat you in business, haha." Yusuf laughed.

"Hmm, Mr. Shepherd definitely wasn’t as rich before," Marlon chuckled. "But this time around, the Shepherd family might not make it through unless Mr. Shepherd faked his death; otherwise, I think they’re doomed!"

"These past few years, there’s been a mole in the Shepherd family. Lots of clans and forces outside have also set their sights on this juicy target, even uniting to suppress the Shepherd family. Plus, the families of Mr. Shepherd’s six concubines are playing dirty tricks behind the scenes. The business world is a battlefield; one careless move, and it could be the end of both family and person."

"Isn’t the Shepherd family supported by the City Lord? With the City Lord’s support, why worry about the family being destroyed?" Yusuf asked back.

"Which major clan in the city doesn’t have some connection to the City Lord? Speaking of wealth, the Shepherd family isn’t richer than the City Lord’s home, you get it?"

"What about you? Now that the Shepherd family is in disarray, what are your plans?" Yusuf asked in a low voice.

"Mr. Shepherd and I are tied together now," Marlon also lowered his voice. "I own shares in the Shepherd family, and not many know about this. Plus, I have control over the Shepherd family’s cash flow and approval rights. Your wife Fatty should know about this too; the rest would just be some of Mr. Shepherd’s trusted aides! So, I am in support of your wife becoming the Family Head."

"Don’t keep saying ’your wife, your wife.’ If I transfer her to you, would you want her?" Yusuf rolled his eyes.

"No way, haha. Alright, enough about the Shepherd family. Let’s talk about you. How did you not die? Also, do you know what happened to the others? Them... are they alive or dead?" Marlon suddenly had tears welling up in his eyes. The long journey of cultivation and the torrents of life had washed away the past, leaving him only with endless treasured memories.

"Your wife Xue Qing..." Yusuf had barely spoken when Marlon shook his head and waved his hand, "Don’t bring her up, don’t mention her, it’s all in the past, gone. Can you not make me sad, alright?"

"Alright, alright, I won’t mention it. I won’t mention it!" Yusuf knew that Marlon’s wife had died.

"The others are all good; many of them are around. I have them with me, all inside my pocket universe. When we have time later, I’ll take you in for a reunion!"

"Great, great, that’s wonderful," Marlon said excitedly.