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Gerald Crawford:The Secretly Rich Man Novel (Invisible or Poorest) Chapter 931

It was an hour later when Gerald finally walked out of the valley.

Gerald himself made it out alive since the trench coat he was wearing was specifically designed to protect him from the mosquitoes there.

As he quickly donned on some ordinary clothes, he recalled Jett’s final miserable moments as he died slowly just minutes ago.

Exacting his revenge had finally allowed Gerald to feel a sense of satisfaction after so long. After all, even if Kort’s men were able to track down his son all the way to the mountainous area, Gerald was certain that the Wild Miasma Valley would be the last place they would ever think to search for.

If it all went according to how he envisioned it, Kort would definitely continue searching for Jett for quite a while. During that period, Gerald’s family would finally get a chance to temporarily get some rest.

However, since Gerald wouldn’t be able to return to Weston for a while, he knew that he needed to quickly find someplace else to retreat to, at least for the time being.

Slipping on his backpack once he was done changing, he looked exactly like a fresh graduate. He bore a simple and unadorned look, just like he used to back then.

Just as he was about to decide which direction to head toward, he suddenly heard the loud revving of motors coming from uphill.

Squinting his eyes, Gerald soon saw an off-road vehicle chasing after two clearly worn-out people who were now running toward him. He instantly recognized both of them.

They were none other than the fat biscuit seller and the beauty wearing the black leather pants from before!

“So it’s them…” said Gerald to himself as he quickly put on his cap and lowered its brim slightly.

“H-help! Those people are trying to kill us!” shouted the fat man.

Upon closer inspection, Gerald noticed that the girl had suffered a serious injury and that her leg was bleeding rather profusely. He also noticed that the white box she had earlier been carrying around was now black.

“B-brother, please! Save us! Those people have guns!” cried out the fat man again in his desperation.

Seeing how pale the beauty was and how close the off-road vehicle was already getting, Gerald considered for a moment.

Though the girl had killed off five people earlier, they were all robbers. What more, he honestly couldn’t see her being a treacherous person.

Looking at the ones chasing after them next, he saw that the men in the vehicle were all bald. They also seemed to have either dragon or phoenix tattoos all over them.

Finalizing his decision once he saw one of the men stretching his hand out of the car’s window, Gerald yelled, “Follow me into the valley!”

Seconds after he led both of them into the valley, gunshots could be heard. Tiny stones and pebbles flew all over the place as well, as the off-road vehicle drove over the rocky road.

Eventually, the car came to a screeching halt.

As five bald men exited the vehicle with guns in hand, their leader grumbled, “D*mn it! They run pretty fast! Not to worry, though! I managed to shoot the girl in the leg so they won’t be able to get far! Make sure your guns are loaded, brothers! We’re chasing after them!”

“Boss, don’t! That valley is called Poisonous Mosquito Valley for a reason! If we get attacked by the mosquitoes in there, then we’ll definitely be wiped out in an instant! Even our skin will be completely vaporized… We definitely shouldn’t go in there!” warned one of the bald men.

“Well we can’t just leave without that box of money…” replied the leader rather hesitantly.

“…Humph. Well, if the valley is as dangerous as you say it is, I’m sure they’ll come running out soon! In the meantime, call more of our men over to surround all the valley’s entrances. Be sure to remind them to each have loaded guns with them!” added the leader.

“Right away, boss!”

“F*cking hell! Why are there so many mosquitoes here? What is this place, brother?” asked the fat man nervously as he carried the barely conscious girl deeper into the valley.

“Well of course there would be a lot of mosquitoes. This is the Poisonous Mosquito Valley, after all!”

“The… The Poisonous Mosquito Valley? You couldn’t be talking about the one in the Death Forbidden Land, right?” asked the fat man—who was surprisingly knowledgeable—in surprise.

“Bingo!”

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Gerald nodded as he said that.

“…Oh god. It’s best that we didn’t go in any further, brother! From what I’ve heard, the mosquitoes don’t even leave any traces of their victim’s skin left! We might as well just get shot by bullets than have to endure through poisonous mosquito attacks!” said the fat man, terrified.

“You should’ve thought about that while you were running toward me earlier. Doesn’t the fact that you did that already implicate that you didn’t mind me dying together with you in the first place?” replied Gerald as he smiled wryly.

The fat man, however, barely even registered any guilt since he was much too terrified of where he was currently at.

Gerald himself was calculating the chance of him surviving if he tried to go against those men. In the end, he was certain that the men would simply release fire from a distance the moment they saw him. Hiding could still be possible at that point, but he’d still end up getting hurt! There just wasn’t any silver linings in confronting the men now.

With that conclusion in mind, Gerald couldn’t help but laugh slightly bitterly before saying, “Come on, follow me. There’s a cave within this valley which we can hide in for the moment! Since she’s already lost too much blood at this point, the girl desperately needs some rest or her life will be in danger soon!”

“S-seriously?” asked the fat man in surprise.

Shaking his head, Gerald continued taking the lead until eventually, all three of them arrived at the cave Gerald had mentioned.

There seemed to be considerably less mosquitoes around this area as well.

“What a miracle! To think there was a spot within this death zone that those mosquitoes wouldn’t gather around!” said the fat man as he gently placed the now unconscious girl on the ground.

“See those green plants out there? The mosquitoes are naturally repelled by their scent! With there being so many of that plant right outside the cave, the mosquitoes definitely won’t be attacking us any time soon as long as we stay in here!”

With Gerald’s immense knowledge of medicinal plants, it was no wonder why he knew the plants’ properties.

As Gerald began checking on the unconscious girl’s injuries, he soon heard her ask, “…Who… exactly are you, brother…? How do you know so much…?”

When he turned to look at her face, she was frowning as she asked the question.

“My identity isn’t important. Regardless, if these wounds don’t get treated soon, you’ll be dead within a few hours! What happened to both of you anyway? Why were those men hunting you down?”

Recalling what she had said to the five burly men before murdering them, Gerald remembered her saying that she wanted to assassinate someone. From her current condition, it was clear as day that her mission had failed.

“That’s right! If I’d had known that you were going to do such a thing, then I wouldn’t have followed you, even if you threatened to beat me to death! You’re really got me in deep trouble this time!” said the young man in a bitter tone.

“Haha! Well, since we won’t be living for much longer anyway, I guess it wouldn’t hurt to tell you guys this! See, my plan was to assassinate a boss at the border of the Salford Province! After all, that b*stard cheated and killed my friends! Since I was able to escape, I’ve been planning my revenge since then!” explained the girl.

“I see. If I may, it seems that you have the background of a martial artist. Did you receive any special training for fighting and assassination as a child?” asked Gerald as he tore some gauze to bandage up her wound.

Upon hearing his question, she instantly began seeing Gerald in a new light.

As she continued staring at him, the fat man broke the silence by anxiously asking, “Hey, hey! Your grievances with those men isn’t what’s important now! You said that we weren’t going to be living for much longer right? What exactly did you mean by that?”

“Haha! Well, knowing Hansel’s way of doing things, it wouldn’t surprise me if his men have already surrounded all the exits to this valley by now. Even if we don’t die to the mosquitoes here, the only other option is to starve to death! Still, I guess I needn’t be lonely in death since the two of you will be joining me!” replied the girl.

“W-what…? You… You’re evil! Pure evil! So we only exist here to cushion your blow?!” said the fat man as his eyes widened in shock and fear.

“To think that you still have the energy to scare him even with that serious injury. Hahaha… Well, since we truly are going to die here together, then we may as well die as romantic ghosts! After all, I’m sure fatty here has never enjoyed the company of a woman before!” said Gerald as he laughed while shaking his head.

“You… Don’t you even dare!” growled the girl as she glared at Gerald.

Ignoring her threat, Gerald then turned to look at the fat man before saying, “Say, fatty. Head a little deeper inside and you’ll find a small undercurrent creek. Get some water for me there. I’m going to disinfect her wound!”

“R-right!” said the fat man as he nodded slightly before fumbling off with a water bottle in hand.

“Alright, while your arm’s only slightly injured, the wound on your thigh is much more serious. That’s going to get infected extremely easily so I’ll need to suck the contaminated blood out before that happens!” said Gerald as soon as the fat man left.

“How are you going to suck it out?” asked the girl.

“How else? With my mouth of course! So… Please spare me the embarrassment and take your pants off if you want me to help you…” said Gerald as he couldn’t help but blush slightly.

In response, she immediately gave him a slap across his face!

“Y-you asshole! Don’t even think about it!” growled the girl as he face turned as red as a tomato.

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Due to the environment she had grown up in, the girl had always been particularly sensitive whenever it came to having contact with men. Sensitive wasn’t even the right word in this case. Rather, it was more akin to disgust.

As long as she had to deal with matters involving relationships between men and women, she simply couldn’t help but feel utterly sickened. It could sometimes even get so terrible that she felt disgusted simply being in the presence of men.

It was why she barely felt guilty when she said that they should just die together earlier.

Gerald himself had never expected for such a cold and indifferent girl to put up such strong resistance.

“Look, I’m just trying to save your life here. If we don’t treat your wounds now, it’ll definitely come to bite you back when we make our escape later. Do you really need me of all people to tell you what’s going to happen should you fall into their hands?” persuaded Gerald.

“…You…”

Hearing that, the girl was momentarily stunned.

It was obvious that she was having an internal struggle at that moment with how tightly she was clenching her fists.

“…Fine! But close your eyes throughout the process or I won’t hesitate to slice your neck!” said the woman with a frigid tone.

“Lady, you’re making it sound as though I’m that desperate to look at you!”

“Well then turn around already! Close your d*mned eyes as well!” ordered the girl as Gerald obeyed while shaking his head.

Moments later, he heard the familiar rustling of a person undressing behind him.

Though the girl was a little cold, Gerald had to admit that she really was a true beauty. While any other ordinary man would surely be tempted to give a peek, Gerald easily refrained from that temptation. After all, he truly didn’t have any other intentions aside from treating her wound.

girl as Gerald slowly approached her with a

can

about five minutes later when a familiar voice called out, “Brother! I brought the water over like you asked! …Actually, hold on. What’s going on here? Why’s your face so red,

his astonishment was soon evident as he asked, “You… Both of

d*mned word then don’t blame me for slicing your tongue

was so terrified that he immediately cupped his hands over his

quickly and the next thing the girl and the fat man knew, they were being patted awake on their cheek as Gerald said, “Hey, rise

It’s still dark outside… Plus those men probably set up tents last night in wait for us… What makes you think they’re already

all the entrances were left unguarded. Either they’ve left or the poisonous mosquitoes got to them first! Regardless,

of them is there?” asked

girl was equally as surprised

certain and I’m serious about leaving immediately. Any later and escape may prove impossible!” replied Gerald as he

fat man and the girl could only start readying themselves. After all, both of them were fully aware

got to the valley’s entrance, the girl was surprised to see that

should’ve definitely been able to hear them screaming at the

she turned to look at Gerald, she was surprised to see that he

have other things to do! Both of you can just use the other vehicles here

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you headed?” asked the girl

my stop at the Salford Province, I’ll probably continue traveling till I reach the end of the world!” replied Gerald with a smile as he revved up the

that he was the one who had taken out all of Hansel’s men during the night. It was also exactly

is Rainey Levington!” called out

her, Gerald was completely different from all the other men she had previously met. After all, Gerald had told her that he wouldn’t have any dirty thoughts of her, and

call me Sanderson!”

a chance to even reply before Gerald stepped on the accelerator and drove off

hell would even have such a name?”

honestly wanted to continue questioning him, but by

way through the Salford Province. Following Quest’s previous directions, he was now headed

charge of it either. Aside from a few large families sharing authority over the area, one could say that the place was as free as

the area was commonly known as the Heavenly City in the

authoritative figure, lawlessness ran rampant

area infamously known

Westleys themselves were seen as nothing more than wealthy businessmen around these parts. Speaking of the Westleys, Gerald’s current plan was to head for their

the Ginseng King, Gerald had

return to Weston for the time being, he figured that with all the crooks mixed together with honest folk here, even the Moldells would have a difficult time searching for him here. In other words, this place was Gerald’s best bet to remain undetected, and

mind that he wouldn’t establish an open relationship with the Westleys. Their family was, after all, the only

out of gas.

was thirsty, he could always just drink spring water. Even hunger wasn’t

drenched for the rest of his journey,

stood before the stream right

wasn’t long before he heard violent

shook his head with a wry smile. It was evident that it was a fight between

district… I need to be more careful

rustling of several footsteps… However, they seemed to be frantically headed

a total of five men, all of them fully dressed in camouflage clothing. They appeared to be desperately trying to escape

to the ground. The one who had

Just leave

together! Worst come to worst, we’ll just fight our

you even saying! Promise me right now that you’ll all continue to live well! I’ll stay behind to buy you some time, so please, please just hurry up

Until you manage to do that,

leaving no matter what!” shouted another man as all of them wiped the tears off their

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there, boss? As we’ve said, we’re not leaving you here to die alone!”

going to listen to him, he simply allowed them to carry his

does it seem like someone lives here…?” said one of the men in surprise when he saw the remains

not just you… Regardless, let’s not worry about that first. We should focus on

die even faster if you

their guns as

of the guns before casually sitting down by the side of the cave. In his hand, was a

young man who had just

boss was seriously injured, he was well aware that he was much more vigilant compared to regular people. Even so, he hadn’t been able to notice the young man’s presence until he said something! What more, the young man hadn’t even batted an eyelid when his men pointed their guns at

from what a normal

leader with a

at Gerald before saying, “Correct me if I’m wrong, but this appears to be your home, young man!

caves where you come from? I was only taking shelter from the rain here. Since this place isn’t mine

he’s just a regular backpacker! Also, try not to talk too much, young man. Otherwise, don’t blame us for not giving you any face!” replied one of the men angrily before immediately starting to bandage his boss’s

a short blade to cut off a piece of gauze, Gerald

and the man’s looked

told Gerald that her friends had been cheated by Hansel, resulting in their death. That

in, Gerald had a feeling

the men said next, however, confirmed

d*mned Hansel… If we make it out alive of this, I’m definitely going after his head! To think

alright now… I fear that she’ll end up getting caught in one of Hansel’s tricks!” added

Rainey had truly almost lost her life because

Hansel’s been extremely wary with us, making sure that we wouldn’t even have a place to seek refuge! I can’t even think of a place where we can

say that all of you should just leave

no matter how much he persuaded, none of his comrades wavered with their final

be heard running toward the cave. From what Gerald could tell, there were at least a dozen men heading

of you! Leave

boss! We’re fighting till the very end!” growled the men as they gritted their teeth, fully prepared to engage in battle with

leader—took a step

crap and kill us already if you want to, Leopold!” shouted Whistler in

truly bold

be another man in here!” reported

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backpacker? Brat, if you know what’s good for you, leave this instance. If you don’t, I’ll only be wasting a bullet on you!” said Leopold as he pointed a gun

Gerald simply turned to look

are you looking

while now, I must say that nobody’s actually dared to point a gun directly at my forehead before!”

Be my guest!” roared Leopold as his finger moved to

next thing he knew, a clang of metal echoed throughout the

Leopold a second to realize that the gun was no longer in his hand, and it was at

down Leopold’s forehead, everyone—including Whistler and his men—was so stunned that they didn’t

trigger was pulled, Gerald had flicked a branch so precisely that it jammed the tip of Leopold’s

apply to Gerald at all since not only did the branch pierce through the gun, it actually

of blood flow down his cheek as he stared wide-eyed at his gun which was now hanging loosely like

of strength and speed even was

Gerald had only aimed the branch at his throat or chest, he would’ve been dead

as he gulped down

night here, please choose how you want this to go. You can either go outside and fight me now, or

fear, Leopold

“Don Leopold?!”

roared Leopold as he waved his hand, signaling for

of us here, Don Leopold! Why are we withdrawing?” asked one of his

news has been circulating heavily around the Heavenly City! Regardless, dozens of his men were killed in a single night when all they were

of them made

that isn’t even the most terrifying thing about the incident! Upon investigating, it was found that all of them were killed with the same weapon before they could even pull the triggers to their guns! And guess what, the weapon in question was a tree branch! Do you see where I’m going with this? If dozens of armed men couldn’t deal with a single assailant wielding a tree branch, what makes you think our group will make it out alive if we don’t retreat?” explained Leopold, his forehead still dripping with cold

where Leopold was coming from, his subordinates immediately began hastening their paces away from the

fries. However, to think that all of them were

strength, skill, and weapon of choice of the young man from earlier, all of them could only wonder if he was the one who was responsible for killing off all of

powerful and talented person could even exist on this planet! I go by Whistler Sankey! Thank you for saving our lives,

other men began doing the

a coincidence that I happened to save your lives. After all, what happened earlier was merely self-defense,” replied Gerald as

mentioned earlier that my wound shouldn’t be bandaged now. Why was that?”

that, Gerald looked at the wounded

merely working as hired individuals who thought little about their brothers and only prioritized taking down the enemy

down on your side. I’ll get that bullet out from you first before we

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you’re also proficient with

shook his head in

if there’s anything my men and I could do for you in

way after being saved from such a tight situation. The fact that Gerald was

anywhere else to go now. They all knew that by following

but I’ll be looking for a place to stay in, in the Triangle District myself. After all, I don’t exactly have

as well, sir? Well that’s perfect then! All of us here are relatively familiar with the Triangle District, so we could help you navigate around the area, sir! Do consider taking us in!”

Gerald thought to himself

he currently lacked most was manpower. If he was to go against Kort, he would eventually need to find help

also had excellent foundations as well as a strong sense of loyalty. If he trained these men like how Finnley had trained him before, then they would no

all, I’m a vagabond as well. However,

sir!” shouted Whistler and his

grew louder and more frequent as dark clouds filled the sky again. Soon after, the heavy

to enjoy such peace of mind as they stared out at the rain from inside the

“If we’re going to be working together from now on, we simply can’t continue living like this, sir! If

agreement. After all, it would definitely not be a cakewalk to survive in the Triangle District when a cave was currently

of where

least for now. While it’s the largest city in the Triangle District with a booming economy and their own ways of conducting themselves in society, there are simply too many forces going against each other there. Trying to establish a footing there with our current situation would definitely

that goes by the name of Talgo town lies about ten kilometers away from that city. While not as prosperous as Heavenly City, the economy there isn’t too bad for a small town. I suggest building our name there, sir! While I currently only have a little money left, I believe that it’s still

with me to buy a few