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Gerald Crawford: The Secretly or invisible Rich Man Chapter 2001

Regardless, Gerald found himself momentarily stunned by the woman’s beauty. To think that there would be someone this charming in the Autremonde Realm… What more, just about anyone could tell that she was an extremely extraordinary woman…

Either way, once all the representatives of the major sects arrived, a simple opening ceremony was held before they were allowed to return to their respective rooms to rest…

Gerald himself was sharing a room with Yalinda since they were both representing the Juans Delivery House…

Fast forward to that night, a few black figures could be seen leaping across the rooftops of Gardale City… From the looks of it, they were headed for Yudell’s room.

Thankfully, before they were able to get too close to her, Gerald noticed their presence. Since they were heading in the direction of Yudell’s room so sneakily, Gerald immediately had a hunch that these were bad people.

Knowing that Yudell could possibly be in danger, he quickly left his room and headed toward her room as well to investigate.

Meanwhile at Yudell’s room, her two attendants could be seen standing at the door. Though they were sent over by the Thundering Cloud Sect to protect her, the dark of night would soon cost them their lives since they were unable to react in time to the two knives that flew toward them at that moment!

Getting stabbed right in their chests, the two of them promptly slid to the floor, dead… Naturally, Yudell heard this, and she immediately drew her blade before glaring intently at her room’s door.

Due to all the footsteps outside, she knew that they were here for trouble.

At that moment, a barely audible ‘thud’ could be heard above her, prompting Yudell to look up… only to see Gerald there waving at her from the open roof!

“Come with me, hurry…! Those men out there are after you!” whispered Gerald, prompting Yudell to look at the door again.

Hearing the footsteps slowly inching toward her door, Yudell knew she didn’t really have much of a choice but to leap up the roof and hide with Gerald…

Thankfully, she managed to do so just in time before the door to her room was opened.

Following that, the few black figures rushed into the room, hoping to deal with Yudell. To their dismay, she was nowhere to be seen!

“She’s not here, leader! What should we do now?” asked one of the black figures.

“This lucky b*tch…! It seems that we’ve been discovered! No matter! Let’s head off for now!” scoffed what appeared to be the leader as he snorted before leading his men away…

Once they were gone, Gerald and Yudell leaped back into the room… Looking at her, Gerald was prompted to ask, “So… Who exactly were they? And why were they looking for you in the first place?”

Ignoring his question, Yudell simply walked out the room… and when she saw that her two attendants were dead, she couldn’t help but frown.

After a short while, she turned to look at Gerald before asking, “…Who are you? And how did you know they were coming after me?”

It was at that moment when Gerald came to realize something. While Yudell looked even more beautiful up close, Gerald was more stunned by the fact that her aura was extremely similar to Yalinda’s…

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Since Gerald was staring at her so intently, Yudell couldn’t help but blush slightly as she raised her longsword, pointing it at Gerald as she said, “Why are you looking at me like that? Also, why haven’t you answered my questions?”

Snapping out of it, Gerald quickly replied, “…My name is Gerald Crawford, and I’m a participant representing the Juans Delivery House in the competition between cultivators! As for why I’m here, I couldn’t sleep so I came out here for a stroll. While walking about, I happened to notice the black figures from before bolting toward your room, so I simply followed them here

While Yudell wasn’t completely convinced with his explanation, she put her sword away before saying, “I see. Either way, you may leave now. Since none of this concerns you, you saw nothing tonight! Understand?”

Hearing that, Gerald was left utterly speechless. ‘I just saved you, you know? Would it kill to show a bit of gratitude? Your temper’s as bad as Yalinda’s!’ Gerald thought to himself as he left the scene…

Regardless, once morning came, the first day of the competition between cultivators officially began. By that point, a spacious arena had been set up in Gardale city for the participants to duel…

Once everyone was there, General Lucarl walked up the arena before declaring, “Good day, ladies and gentlemen! Before anything else, allow me to apologize to Miss Yudell, the representative of the Thundering Cloud Sect! From what I’ve been told, she was attacked last night, and I’m sure this stems from the fact that our guards didn’t perform their garrison duty properly! As a result, not only was she nearly attacked, but her two attendants were killed in the process.”

Upon hearing that, all the audience members turned to look at Yudell who—unlike the day before—was now standing alone…

Seeing that, an uproar immediately sprung up, with many among the crowd discussing why the murderers targeted solely Yudell when so many representatives from other sects were present.

Inthe end, the majority agreed that the Thundering Cloud Sect must have offended some major party…

“While all this is deeply upsetting, it doesn’t change the fact that the competition between cultivators is still on today. With that said, the competition will commence as planned! As for our first contenders, the first duel will be between Yudell Mullington from the Thundering Cloud Sect and Watts Jobe from the Sect of Steel! Contenders, please prepare yourselves!”

Hearing that, everyone was slightly surprised, including Gerald. After all, who would’ve expected that she would be first to fight?

Still, Gerald didn’t see that as a bad thing. After all, he would now be able to witness how strong she truly was. Yalinda herself had previously told him how powerful she was, so he was keen on finding out how true that statement was.

Either way, it was shortly after when both Yudell and Watts entered the arena…

The Sect of Steel was equally as famous as the Thundering Cloud Sect, and it was located in Liverbrook Valley south of Shontell. From what Gerald had heard, Watts was also the first disciple of the sect, which was probably why he was sent here to represent them.

Regardless, it was a pleasant surprise that such major sects would be dueling straight off the bat. It definitely made everyone excited.

Whatever the case was, Watts gave a good look at Yudell before smiling smugly as he said, “You know, the Thundering Cloud Sect has always won first place in the past… I wonder if you can maintain their winning streak!”

“Cut the cr*p! My sect is definitely going to win first prize again!” scoffed Yudell arrogantly.

While Watts definitely appeared confident, his smug smile would make anyone feel pissed…

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Regardless, once the battle commenced, Yudell took the initiative to draw her sword out before running toward Watts!

Watts himself wasn’t going to be easy to be dealt with. After all, he was the first disciple of the Sect of Steel, which meant that he had much more experience than Yudell. Due to that, he didn’t fear Yudell in the least, and simply drew his own sword out when he saw her running toward him… before launching an aurablade at her!

Seeing that, Yudell instantly moved to the side to avoid the hit before launching her own aurablade toward the attack!

With an explosive sound, the two aurablades met, creating such a massive blast that both Yudell and Watts had to take a few steps back to steady themselves.

As it turned out, both of them were evenly matched…

Staring wide-eyed at all that had just happened, Yalinda couldn’t help but whisper, “It looks like Yalinda and Watts have about the same amount of strength.”

“Not quite. Just so you know, Yudell hasn’t exerted all her strength yet!” replied Gerald in a confident tone.

While Yalinda was left confused as to why he had said that, Yudell herself simply raised her blade before closing her eyes…

Upon seeing that, Yalinda couldn’t help but squeal before saying, “Master! If my guess is correct, Yudell seems to be ready to attack with the Blintz Sword Technique! It’s the Thundering Cloud Sect’s most powerful sword attack!”

really that

Just so you know, only disciples of that sect are allowed to even learn the technique!” explained Yalinda, prompting Gerald to

could already tell that Yudell was about to attack with her strongest move. Knowing that, Watts—who was unwilling to

was a

Cloud Execute!” roared Yudell as she opened her

in a dazzling aura… and barely a second

a beat, and he immediately went into a defensive position, exerting a strong aura that would possibly help him withstand her

the second his aura was all set to go, a ray of light shattered it

to defend himself—immediately yelled, “Second move of the Blintz Sword Technique,

to even respond in time, Watts could only accept his defeat as multiple shadowblades slashed at him, eventually causing him

Cloud Sect. With that in

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so terrifyingly awesome…!” exclaimed Yalinda, unable to help but wonder if she’d even stand a chance against Yudell if she ended

It’s a pity that Watts wasn’t able to find a

trained eye was immediately able to identify how

already found a way to counter the

course I have!” said Gerald

Yalinda knew better than

that Watts had been beaten, General Lucarl stepped forward before announcing, “And the winner for this round is… Yudell! The Thundering Cloud Sect’s

Yudell then sheathed her sword… Since this was simply a competition, there was no need for her to overdo things. Besides, if she had really wanted to kill Watts, she wouldn’t have held back

sore loser before all those spectators.

Kay then cleared his throat before declaring, “A stunning first fight! Let’s proceed with our next contestants, Gerald Crawford, the representative of Juan’s Delivery House,

think you’d go up against Clyde, master! If he’s your opponent,

with him… How powerful is he?”

other words, he’s nowhere

response, Gerald then walked into

there, and the second he saw Gerald, he immediately frowned before

trained himself to deal with Yalinda for the longest time. With that in mind, he was understandably grumpy now that

this guy…?” grumbled Clyde in his mind. Simply chuckling in response, Gerald then smiled subtly before

didn’t look particularly strong to him, so he wasn’t planning

on Gerald, her eyebrows slightly furrowed. After all, since there was a chance that she’d face him later, she wanted to see how strong he

cares if the Juans Delivery House has two representatives! I’Il just take you down first so that I can beat Yalinda later!” scoffed Clyde confidently, knowing full well that the weak-looking man before would never be able to

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to be confident, arrogance will only lead to downfall!”

Gerald! Still, just as Yalinda had earlier said, Clyde was about as strong as she was. With that in mind, there was no way

even get to Gerald, the youth had already launched him out of the arena with a single kick

members instantly got to their feet before turning to stare wide-eyed at Gerald! To

was shocked by this turn of events. After all, Gerald had moved so quickly that by the time she

dropped. No wonder the contestant’s name sounded so familiar! To

he also recalled Tanner telling him that Gerald was incredibly strong. While he had his doubts back then, he

strong, he wasn’t weak enough to be taken out in just a single attack! With that in mind, it was obvious

quickly snapped out of it before ordering, “Men! Carry Clyde away to let him recover! Also, the winner for the second round is Gerald from the Juans Delivery

earlier, master!

was seated opposite of them—, on the other hand, couldn’t help but stare closely at Gerald. Since he was this strong, she knew it was going to be far

rounds weren’t particularly noteworthy, and the duels

to do that day, everyone simply returned to their rooms to rest up, knowing that there would be more duels

apparently going

all depended on the scores everyone got, and only the ten people with the lowest scores

one point,

room with Gerald—couldn’t help but ask, “Say… If you end up having to face Yudell, what will you do, master… 2” Upon

replied, “Well, what do you propose I should do? Defeat her? Or maybe you’re thinking I should just throw in

sure, honestly… Regardless of what your choice is, I’ll still respect it, master! Still, I do believe that Yudell won’t ever be able

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that, Gerald simply chuckled in response. Still, he had a feeling that he was going to have

about it for a bit longer, Gerald was prompted to

one, you’ll obtain the extremely honorable title of ‘national scholar’ in Shontell! The champion will also be given a chance to choose and obtain one of the precious treasures from our

many treasures in the national treasury?” asked Gerald in

Yalinda, her eyes glinting with

prize then!” replied Gerald, his interest now piqued. “Glad to hear that, master! While I may not have a very high chance of getting first place, you’ll surely have no

Juans Delivery House, if he won, Tanner and his daughter would also be winners. It

She never imagined that she would actually be able to enjoy the benefits of

moment, knocking could suddenly be heard coming

at the

here to

hearing that it was Yudell, Yalinda immediately looked surprised. Turning to look at

the case was, Yalinda then

turned to face Gerald before saying, “There’s something I need to talk to you about, Gerald. Would you mind sparing

door’s direction. Understanding what

there patiently, knowing that her master and his future wife had important things to

and Gerald were alone in the room, Gerald gestured at a

himself, Gerald then added, “So… Why exactly have you come looking for

just something I need to ask you!” replied

“Go on…” muttered Gerald.

how powerful you are, and I know I’ll never be your match! However, I hope you’ll allow me to win first prize! Becoming champion is extremely

or

However, you’ll owe me one, and I can ask for your help whenever necessary!

it was alright making such a deal with Gerald. With that in mind, after a brief pause, Yudell replied,

to morning, Yalinda and Gerald returned to the arena. While everything else remained mostly the same, an old man was

was finally time for Yalinda to enter

words, this was her

cultivators, and the first match will be between Yalinda Juans, the representative of the Juans Delivery House, and Levi Homewood, the eldest son of an aristocratic sword family! Please prepare

the center of the arena, staring intently at each other throughout

subtly as he said, “Well, well, who’d have thought we’d

I’m glad to be able to widen my horizons through our upcoming duel, let’s try not to overdo it, alright?” As Yalinda had said, this was just a martial arts competition, and such competitions were usually held

of course, Miss Juans!”

in Shontell, Yalinda believed that Levi was

agreed on that, both

long, black whip, Levi had a longsword—that was manufactured

Shontell, not only were the Homewoods well known for manufacturing excellent swords, but they were also famed for their swordplay. Time and again, the Homewoods’ swordsmanship had evolved for the better, and few were able to win against them. Due to that,

Homewoods’ true sword-fighting capabilities in recent years, which explained why Yalinda was feeling so honored