Gerald Crawford, The Invisible Rich Man

Chapter 1848-1849

Chapters 1848.

After saying that, Gerald stared intently at the fake Juno, and in the end, his great determination was able to break the illusions around him!

Seeing that everything was back to normal, the shocked Torme could only stare at Gerald. To think this young man would have such a strong determination…

“...I've never met someone who has as much determination as yours..You are truly a strong individual..” Praise Torme.

“I appreciate the compliment, Sir. Anyway, I assume you tested me on my will? ” Ask Gerald a little curious.

“Indeed, and with how easy it is for you to break the illusion, I'm happy to say that you pass with bright colors!

Your performance to date is far above my expectations!” Said Torme

amazement.

Compared to all the others before who had taken the test, Gerald was by far the fastest to shatter the illusion…

I really can't believe it, honestly. Whatever the case may be, Gerald then nodded before asking,

“So..it's the third test, right? How many total tests, sir...?”

Realizing that he had not told Gerald about it, Torme quickly replied, saying,

“There are a total of five tests, so only two are left now. Even so, I hope you are not off guard as the last two tests will be the deciding factor whether or not you get a pass permit! I'll also say in advance that both tests are very difficult to pass, so you better prepare yourself mentally!"

"don't worry, sir! I am ready and I will definitely pass the exam!” Gerald answered confidently.

"All right then! Let the fourth test begin!"

Torme said with a nod as he changed the scene once more...

After everything was settled, all that was left was a table standing in front of Gerald. On it was a piece of paper, a pen, and three boxes…

Raising a few eyebrows, Gerald then walked to the table to take a closer look…

Once he got close enough, Gerald quickly realized that the names 'Rey', 'Juno', and 'Yrsa' had been written on three boxes each...

Before Gerald wondered about what this test was about, Torme's disembodied voice suddenly sounded saying,

“From the three names before you, you have to choose one of them to die. Think about it, you will only get the key to open the large entrance of the Phangrottom Clan territory once you make your choice."

Stunned, Gerald could only murmur,

“...It...”

Gerald was naturally unwilling to choose one of his dearest friends to die. Unsure how to proceed, he is asked to

enquiring, asking,

“...Is this really the only way that I can get the key to open the big entrance of the Clan territory

Phangrottom..?”

"Indeed!"

Torme replied without any hesitation.

After hearing that, Gerald now realized that Torme was not joking when he said that the last two tests were very difficult...

“Originally know it, if you fail to choose anyone at the end of all this, you will not be able to get that key.”.

Torme added, clearly mocking Gerald.

Perplexed, Gerald then began to think about his next move.

“...Master, I want to choose myself!”

Gerald said as he wrote his own name on the paper without hesitation…

As Gerald prepared for death, he stared wide-eyed as his surroundings returned to their normal state.

“Congratulations, Gerald! You have passed the fourth exam!"

Torme said with a smile as he walked towards Gerald.

Surprised, Gerald could only murmur, “I... pass the exam..?”.

“Indeed, you have!” Reply Torme with a nod.

“Then... is self-sacrifice the answer to that test..?” Ask Gerald who is confused.

"Not really. Instead of testing your willingness to sacrifice yourself, it's a test to see if you'll choose your desires over the lives of your friends. Now that I see that you are clearly a person who cares deeply for your colleagues, I can safely say that you have passed the exam

it's!" Torme.

Upon hearing that, Gerald realized that if he chose another option, he would definitely fail the exam! However, an even greater surprise came when Torme added,

“Also, if you choose one of the three

your previous friends, they will be completely dead! With that in mind, you have basically saved their lives!”

So... If he chose one of his friends, they would just perish…? Just thinking about it made his spine goosebumps…

“However, you are truly the kindest and most powerful person I have met to date... Now, for the final test...Are you ready?” Ask Torme.

Taking a deep breath, Gerald then replied,

"Come on!"

Nodding in response, Torme then waved his hand, and in the blink of an eye, Gerald found himself standing inside the bamboo forest.

Confused, Gerald was asked to ask,

“...And... It....?”

“The bamboo in this forest is known as soul bamboo. You'll pass the final exam if you manage to crack some of them, "Torme explained.

Upon hearing that, Gerald couldn't help but raise an eyebrow. After all, bamboo in general is quite easy

broken.

"Isn't the.. fifth test a little too easy...?"

Ask Gerald in a confident tone.

Chuckling in response, Torme then calmly replied,

"Please and do it, then!"

Hearing that, Gerald then stood in front of the soul bamboo, and after taking a deep breath, he swung his hand side towards the bamboo in one smooth yet powerful motion!

Although the loud sound of the collision was heard due to the immense force that Gerald had applied, the soul bamboo barely moved an inch.

Of course, this surprised Gerald. Thinking that he would not be able to break the soul bamboo.It was no wonder Torme was so calm!

“Hm? Didn't you say it would be easy...? Despite all the jokes, understand that each soul bamboo has a different meaning. Only after you understand the meaning and principles of bamboo, you can break them. On the one hand, luck plays a rather role

big on this,"

Torme added as he looked at Gerald with an interested look…

Quickly catching the clue that Torme had just given him, Gerald then replied,

"Then... How should I access the meaning behind this soul bamboo?"