Invisible Security Guard
Chapter 844 - 843: Zhou Residence

Chapter 844: Chapter 843: Zhou Residence

"That dragon was able to contend against all foreign powers with its own strength alone?" Yusuf Zuck was greatly shocked, and so were the others, all wearing looks of disbelief.

"Indeed, up till now, no one knows the true cultivation level of that dragon. However, rumors have it that an eighth-level Earth Immortal challenged it once and ended up fleeing in defeat. The strongest person that came from the Four Directions Continent was only at the eighth level too, for reasons unknown!"

"Eighth-level Earth Immortal!" Yusuf Zuck’s scalp tingled; indeed, in just a brief span of twelve years, the world had drastically changed.

"Harrow Graves, do you know why only an eighth-level Earth Immortal came? Why didn’t any ninth levels come?" Yusuf Zuck curiously looked at Harrow Graves, who was also a foreigner, so she should be most familiar with what the outside world was like.

"Among Earth Immortals, the leap from the third to the fourth level is a watershed, from the sixth to the seventh level is another watershed, and from the eighth to the ninth level is yet another, especially for those eighth-level Earth Immortals wishing to advance to the ninth, you could say one in ten thousand succeed!"

"Basically, many eighth-level Earth Immortals are struck down by divine punishment while trying to advance to the ninth level, so this also results in the extremely sparse number of ninth-level or higher Earth Immortals on the Southern Continent and other continents."

"Those who achieve the ninth-level status are undoubtedly monumental figures dominating the land. Even on the Southern Continent, Earth Immortals of the ninth level or above are found only among a few major sects, and their numbers do not exceed fifty. The situation is similar on other continents."

"As for why they haven’t come, they are likely safeguarding their sects. They scarcely leave their sects because each sect has only one or two such individuals. If they leave, their rival sects would definitely seize the opportunity to invade and potentially destroy their sect. By the time they return, their sect might no longer exist, rendering their efforts useless!"

"Eighth-level Earth Immortals, on the other hand, are the core force that both high and low-level sects possess. Even third-rate sects have eighth-level Earth Immortals; hence, it’s the eighth levels that come here."

"Of course, another possibility is that the Demon Cultivators in the Four Wilds do not allow Earth Immortals above the eighth level to pass over their territory. However, this possibility is very small."

"Oh, I see!" Yusuf Zuck narrowed his eyes and nodded, "Let’s eat quickly, and after eating, big brother, you go arrange a residence. We’ll temporarily stay in Jizhou City. Everyone should also get acquainted with this world as soon as possible!"

"By the way, Five-Cent, you shouldn’t show your face; you’re a celebrity!" Yusuf Zuck glanced at Five-Cent.

"Understood, understood," Five-Cent nodded repeatedly. Now that Earth Immortals are as common as dogs in this continent, if he were to be recognized, others would surely trace it back to Yusuf Zuck. At that point, Yusuf Zuck would have endless troubles, and they would never have peace.

Haven’t you heard that the whole world is inquiring about Bryson Campbell? Haven’t you heard that the Land of the Origin of the Gods is essentially the mundane world? So, Yusuf Zuck now is like a fuse waiting to explode; it’s likely that not only foreigners want to find him but also that dragon and figures like the Cyan Emperor are likely inquiring about him, right?

The group quickly began their meal, and the taste of the food here was quite good; everything was natural, making it especially delicious.

This was also the first meal for everyone in this world.

Several of the older members wanted to drink heartily but felt the tense atmosphere and opted instead to order some food and drinks to take home.

Grayson Martin was very efficient; he didn’t even eat but went to find a place to stay. After everyone had eaten, he had already secured a large, deep estate. This estate used to belong to the clan of a certain wealthy individual, but that individual had died on the road to Capital City just a few days ago. His whole family of more than three hundred people were killed, while the steward who stayed behind in Jizhou was spared, as he stayed to take care of selling the house!

It’s not easy to sell a house now; many prominent families choose to live in Capital City. It’s said that Capital City’s streets are teeming with people, making it the best refuge.

Upon entering Berger Manor, the elderly steward personally led the way, incessantly asking Yusuf Zuck about his distinguished family name.

"I also bear the name Berger. Just call me Berger Duke," Yusuf Zuck said as he looked around the estate.

"What a coincidence?" The old steward was startled, then suddenly knelt down and kowtowed.

"What do you mean by this?" Yusuf Zuck asked, puzzled.

"M’lord, please shelter me!" The old butler actually wanted to stay.

"You’ve sold the house by now, so you should have some gold tickets, which means you can go anywhere in the world. Why stay?" Yusuf Zuck asked curiously.

"The money from the house sale belongs to my late master. I need to arrange a burial site and coffin for my master’s family, and conduct ritual services. Although my master has passed away, I cannot let him rest uneasy. Moreover, with the world in chaos now and Leonardo Berger having nowhere to go, I humbly ask you to shelter me!"

"If you stay, you’ll continue as the head steward, assisting my elder brother in handling household affairs. And..." Yusuf Zuck’s eyes twinkled, and he suddenly smiled, "Since your former master’s surname was Berger, and mine is as well, you can tell your neighbors or outsiders that I am the illegitimate son of your former master, come from afar. Yes, I will organize your former master’s funeral grandly. How does that sound?"

"Oh, my lord, I will never forget your great kindness and virtue..." The old servant burst into tears. His master had died, and here this man was pretending to be his master’s son, even arranging his funeral. Could a real illegitimate son even manage that?

So he was deeply grateful.

"Alright, it’s settled then. Take your family for a stroll and settle down, and you brothers, come in," Yusuf Zuck strode into Berger Manor’s Grand Hall.

"How many days are there until the first day of next month?"

"Eight days," Grayson Martin replied.

"Who’s in charge in Jizhou Prefecture now?"

"No one is in charge. The city’s a mix of fish and dragons, and the government offices are overgrown with grass. There are even Demon Cultivators lurking in the city — but the dynasty and outsiders have an unspoken agreement, which is that Demon Cultivators must not kill indiscriminately. If they do, they become a common enemy and are allowed to move within the human cities!"

"Oh? Is that so? Good news!" Yusuf Zuck raised his eyebrows; if that was the case, then gathering a large number of Demon Cultivators to use as a facade wouldn’t raise suspicions.

"Furthermore, 300 miles south of the city, there used to be a third-tier sect named Shang He School, but it has now merged with an external force and has been reformed as the Longevity Sect. Longevity Sect is the largest sect in Jizhou region, and it’s said to be from the Eastern Continent, filled with strong practitioners!"

"Little brother, do you have any plans?" Grayson Martin looked somewhat uneasy; Yusuf Zuck became the focal point again. The reason outsiders remained here, and why they were establishing sects, might just be to find him! Once the news of his arrival spread, he would be doomed!

"None for now, but you go and handle a few things for me," Yusuf Zuck sneered, "First, put out a notice trading Mahayana pills for top-grade Spirit Jade, and of course, keep it discreet. Just spread the word through intermediaries without letting people know that we are the ones wanting to exchange for top-grade Spirit Jade."

"Okay, no problem," Grayson Martin nodded.

"Secondly, help me set up a shop in the city and turn it into a clinic. I intend to hang the healing gourd!"

"Uh..." Grayson Martin was confused by Yusuf Zuck’s words and didn’t understand his intentions.

"Just go and do it. But the clinic will only treat Demon Cultivators, whether minor demons or Earth Immortals, whether they have a broken arm or leg. As long as they come here for treatment, I can cure them."

"Also, help me buy a fake beard."

"Well, that’s all for now, go handle these matters."

"Yes." Grayson Martin immediately ran out, taking Memphis Blackwell and Fleur Carson with him - Fleur put his assassin skills to use to get familiar with the terrain.