So unless it was a life-or-death situation, the owners of these black markets would never take action. They could only admit defeat and hand over the celestial coins.
That day, Eason led Jared through a sweep of every black market in Rhino City, raking in an uncountable amount of celestial coins and resources.
By the time they returned to Fox Spirit House, Eason was so thrilled nearly hugged Jared and showered with kisses.
“My dear son-in-law, forget about staying in the inn from now on. Fox Spirit House is your home. I’ll arrange a luxurious and comfortable room for you,” Eason said warmly.
Jared nodded, then pointed to Flaxseed and Reidan. “These two are my friends…”
“If they’re your friends, then they’re our guests. Let them stay here too,” Eason replied with enthusiasm.
“But their identities…” Jared hesitated, worried that Flaxseed and Reidan’s human identities might cause trouble for Fox Spirit House.
“It’s fine. As long as they don’t wander around, there won’t be any problems inside Fox Spirit House,” Eason reassured him.
“Mr. Flaxseed, Mr. Schwartz, what do you think?” Jared asked.
“I’ll go with whatever you say, Mr. Chance,” Reidan answered indifferently.
Jared had saved his life, and following was his only choice. Otherwise, as a human, wouldn’t survive a day in Rhino City.
Flaxseed looked a little troubled and said, “There are two women still staying at the inn. Can I bring them here too?”
“Of course. I’ll arrange a room for them as well,” Eason offered before Jared could even respond.
“Okay, I’ll go and bring them over!” Brimming with joy, Flaxseed went to bring those two women back.
In the days that followed, Jared and the others remained inside Fox Spirit House. The place had everything. It was practically a small city.
Jared threw himself into intense cultivation within the Pentacarna Tower. With a steady supply of celestial coins and resources, his progress was astonishing. In just half a month, his cultivation soared all the way to Immortal Realm Level Eight.
Two weeks in the outside world equaled fifty months in Pentacarna Tower. Years of cultivation, compressed into mere days.
When Jared emerged from the tower, everyone was stunned to see that had advanced from Immortal Realm Level One to Level Eight in such a short time. It was simply unbelievable.
“Jared, your cultivation speed is incredible! But your consumption rate is also terrifying. All the resources we won in the arena battles are nearly used up,” Eason said with a helpless smile.
Had it not been for the depletion of resources, Jared wouldn’t have left the Pentacarna Tower at all.
“Father, this is already more than I could ask for. I just feel a little guilty that all those resources were used by me alone,” Jared said a bit sheepishly.
“Nonsense, you’re part of Fox Spirit House now. Of course the resources should be used by you!” Eason said, clapping Jared on the shoulder.
Jared was deeply moved. He genuinely respected and accepted Eason as his father-in-law.
“Father, is there any sort of trial ground in Rhino City? My cultivation has advanced so quickly, so I need real combat experience to solidify it,” Jared said.
Despite reaching Level Eight, the leap had been so fast that needed practical battle to master his new abilities. But couldn’t exactly just start challenging random people on the street.
“There is a purgatory in Rhino City, but it’s extremely dangerous. I’m afraid it might be too much for your current level,” Eason warned.
He added, “Also, each entry into the purgatory costs five hundred thousand celestial coins. Most people simply can’t afford that.”
“Purgatory? Why is there even a fee? Who collects it? And what’s inside this purgatory?” Jared asked in confusion.
