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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!”

Is it really that powerful…?” asked Gerald

know, only disciples of that sect are allowed

could already tell that Yudell was about to attack with her strongest move. Knowing that, Watts—who was unwilling to just lose like that—immediately began setting up his own skill. After all, it was the only way to get past her

was

the Blintz Sword Technique… Cloud Execute!” roared Yudell as

glowing in a dazzling aura… and barely

made Watts’s heart skip a beat, and he immediately went into a defensive position, exerting a strong aura

his aura was all set to

wasn’t giving him any room to defend himself—immediately yelled, “Second move of

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

the Thundering Cloud Sect. With that in

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cr*p…! That attack was so terrifyingly awesome…!” exclaimed Yalinda, unable to help but wonder if she’d even stand a

Watts wasn’t able to

immediately able

way to

said Gerald

confident his reply was, Yalinda

Lucarl stepped forward before announcing, “And the

was no need for her to overdo things. Besides,

than to be a sore loser before all those spectators. Doing so would only bring shame

fight! Let’s proceed with our next contestants, Gerald Crawford, the representative

master! If he’s your opponent, you’re definitely going to win.” said Yalinda

seem familiar with him… How

I am. In other words, he’s nowhere near your

Gerald then

he saw Gerald, he immediately frowned before scoffing, “Why are you representing the Juans

trained himself to deal with Yalinda for the longest time.

even is this guy…?” grumbled Clyde in his mind. Simply chuckling in response, Gerald then smiled subtly before replying, “You won’t be able

even more gloomy. Still, Gerald didn’t look particularly strong to him, so he wasn’t planning

all, since there was a chance that she’d face him later, she wanted to

just take you down first so that I can beat Yalinda later!” scoffed Clyde confidently,

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confident, arrogance will only

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

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

their feet before turning to stare wide-eyed at Gerald! To think that he had taken

all, Gerald had moved so quickly that by the time she knew it, Clyde was already flying out of

wonder the contestant’s name sounded so familiar! To think that Gerald had joined

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

that Clyde wasn’t particularly 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 House!” With that announcement made,

were so strong earlier, master! To think that you were able to defeat Clyde with

but stare closely at Gerald. Since he was this strong, she knew it was going to be far tougher now to

the following rounds weren’t particularly noteworthy, and the duels for the first

everyone simply returned to their rooms to rest

apparently going

be immediately disqualified. It all depended on the scores everyone got, and

gained one point, he was currently

with Gerald—couldn’t help but ask, “Say… If you end up having to face Yudell,

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

Regardless of what your choice is, I’ll still respect it, master! Still, I do believe that Yudell won’t ever be able to take you on!” said Yalinda. After all, she, of

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

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 national treasury!” explained Yalinda

treasures in the national treasury?” asked Gerald in a

Yalinda, her eyes glinting with excitement as she

first 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

he won, Tanner and his daughter would also

participated just to have some fun. She never imagined

knocking could suddenly be heard

the door, Yalinda

to

to look at Gerald, she then whispered, “To think that Yudell would come looking for you,

the case was, Yalinda then

“There’s something I need to

door’s direction. Understanding what he meant, Yalinda then walked out and closed the door behind

right outside, Yalinda waited there patiently, knowing that her master and his

and Gerald were alone in the room, Gerald gestured at a couch before politely saying, “Please,

added, “So… Why exactly have you come

ask you!” replied Yudell

“Go on…” muttered Gerald.

seen 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

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can ask

with Gerald. With that in mind, after a brief pause, Yudell replied, “…Deal!” With the agreement made, Yudell then left Gerald’s

arena. While everything else remained mostly the same, an old man was now the representative

time for Yalinda to

small competitions before this. In other words, this was her first time participating in such a major competition, which explained why she was

of the competition between cultivators, and the first match will be between Yalinda Juans, the representative of the Juans Delivery House, and Levi Homewood,

the center of the arena, staring intently at each

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

horizons through our upcoming duel, let’s try not to overdo it, alright?” As Yalinda had

Miss

Levi was a

they had agreed on that, both of them drew their

a long, black whip, Levi had a

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

years, which explained why Yalinda was feeling so honored to be able to duel against the eldest son of the