The Black Market Chapter 175 - Infernal Phoenix Immortal Saber

Three days later, it was a bright morning once again in the Celestial Sword Empire.

All the citizens of the empire have heard the news of Cale becoming the fifth duke. They also heard that he was the one who killed the beast king. Towards this new duke, everyone held great admiration for him.

Many young kids wished to see this awe-inspiring figure and learn the ways of a cultivator from him. Most of the young ladies in the empire also imagined becoming Cale's wife. What a good life it would be to live as the hero's wife!

As for Cale, he was now inside the new manor given by the emperor. He had also hired servants and guards to maintain the security of his manor. He did not really need someone to guard his manor, but he still hired people. Just in case if he was away, at least there would be people who would guard his manor.

Cale was wearing his new duke robe with the word 'unfettered' written on its cape. It looked elegant and imposing at the same time. 

"Duke Cale, Lord Duke Shutra Ignius has come bearing gifts." A guard saluted at Cale and said in a reverent voice. 

"Oh, Duke Shutra is here? Tell him to come err wait.... I will go and meet him in person." Cale stood up from his seat and walked towards the guest hall.  

In the guest hall, Duke Shutra was talking with Zero with a smile on his face. Behind them were two elders from the Ignius Family and even Seira was there. She was wearing a beautiful red dress this time which accentuated her elegance. 

Just then, Cale arrived with Aurora following behind him like a faithful maid. She was expressionless but every time she gazed at Cale's back, she would feel a different kind of emotion. Strangely, she kept on thinking about the scenes when she held Cale in her embrace. She wanted to experience that kind of sensation once again, but she was too embarrassed to admit it.

"Duke Shutra, Young Miss Seira, and the two elders, you graced my manor with your presence." Cale chuckled as he cupped his fists towards Duke Shutra. 

Duke Shutra glanced at Cale with a complicated look. He thought that he was just an amazingly talented young man. Who knew that his power was actually greater than his own?

"Duke Cale, your power truly surprised me. And I even thought that you were only as talented as my little daughter. I made a fool out of myself." Duke Shutra smiled wryly as he spoke. 

Cale was not yet accustomed to being called a duke, so he felt a bit unnatural. Nonetheless, he remained calm as he flashed a warm smile at Duke Shutra. "Duke Shutra, you overestimate my abilities. Anyway, come inside. Let's talk as we walk."

Cale nodded his head at them with a gentle smile before walking towards the meeting hall of his manor while Aurora followed behind him, not intending to be left behind.

Duke Shutra smiled as he gazed at Cale's broad back. He saw the word 'unfettered' written on his cape causing him to smile even more brilliantly. He then gestured towards his daughter and the two elders to follow him.

Inside the meeting.

"Please take a seat, everyone." Cale warmly told them as he sat on a chair that was on the same level as them. He did not want to flaunt his status at them and besides, he treated Duke Shutra and his daughter as his friends. 

Seeing his actions, everyone was surprised but they felt warm in their hearts. Although it means nothing to Cale, Duke Shutra and the others thought that he wanted to remain friendly and on equal terms with the Ignius Family. 

"Duke Cale, we came here to congratulate you on becoming the fifth duke of the Celestial Sword Empire. Elders, present our gifts." Duke Shutra said with a light chuckle.

Cale already knew his intentions, but he did not really think too much about it. As for their gifts, he did not feel too hopeful with it either. What could they give him? Could they provide something much better than the items sold in 'The Black Market'? Nonetheless, Cale was happy at their gesture.

"Thank you for the gifts, Duke Shutra. In that case, I should not allow you guys to return home without receiving a gift from me." Cale said as he opened the store interface. He searched among the items sold in the store to see if there were any suitable ones to be given to Duke Shutra. He had already thought of giving him one bottle of Heavenly Restoration Wine, but he thought that it was not enough.

"Hahah! How could I decline Duke Cale's gifts? In that case, I will accept them shamelessly." Duke Shutra laughed loudly. He also did not think too much about Cale's gift. He thought that he was merely returning the favor as a symbol of friendship.

Just then, Cale's eyes brightened after seeing a certain weapon. It was an Immortal level weapon sold for ten Crystal Coins which was equivalent to ten billion Black Coins! 

* Infernal Phoenix Immortal Saber

- 10 Crystal Coins

- Ding!

- Do you wish to continue your purchase?

Cale nodded his head internally. Although it cost him much, he did not really mind since he can just earn back that kind of amount in one day.

Cale grabbed a wine bottle from his storage space and presented it to Duke Shutra with a warm smile on his face. "Duke Shutra, this is called the Heavenly Restoration Wine. This was the one I used to remove the poison from the emperor's body. Aside from that, it can also heal physical and internal injuries. Furthermore, it can increase the speed of cultivation. 

Duke Shutra was dumbfounded while listening to Cale's description. There was actually such a wine in the world? He accepted the bottle of wine while feeling slightly agitated.

Cale then pulled out the newly bought Infernal Phoenix Immortal Saber causing everyone to be once again stunned. 

They felt a strong fluctuation of fire element in the sword making them look at the sword in amazement.

"This sword... Is it an Immortal-Class level weapon?" Duke Shutra asked in disbelief. A weapon of that level would be treated as an imperial heirloom by the imperial family, so his surprise was not exaggerated at all.

"That's right, this is indeed an Immortal level weapon! This saber's name is Infernal Phoenix Immortal Saber. This is also my gift to the Ignius Family." Cale calmly handed the saber to Duke Shutra. The latter's hand faintly trembled after touching the saber that was still in its scabbard. 

He held the saber and pulled out its blade revealing a noble-looking blade with a grayish phoenix drawing to everyone. Its hilt had a crimson phoenix coiling its body, it added a hint of regality to the saber. 

"This gift is too precious. I cannot accept this, Duke Cale." Duke Shutra shook his head with a regretful smile. Although he liked the saber very much, he still felt that it was too valuable for him to accept.

"You don't have to stand on ceremony, Duke Shutra. This sword means nothing to me, but it will be of immense help to your Ignius Family who are innately talented in controlling the fire element." Cale said with a smile.

Duke Shutra sighed and held the saber firmly in his hands. He then solemnly promised himself to never forget Cale's help. "I shall not stand on ceremony then. I will accept this saber, Duke Cale. Many thanks!"

Cale never knew that his gift would actually be treated as a family heirloom by the Ignius Family. What happened today will also be told to every generation of the Ignius Family, making his name always be remembered even after he had shattered the void.

Chapter end