Chapter 123: Fatty Zhou Hai

"Welcome to China Young Master Belial" a Subordinate Ulrika arranged to be their Chauffer was waiting for Masaru, Rougun and Kuroka.

"Welcome to the misses of Belial Family as well" The Subordinate bows politely towards Masaru and the girls,

"Thanks, what is your name?" Masaru asked with an amused look,

The Subordinate was a slight chubby young man brimming with energy, short black hair, black eyes wearing casual Huawei shirt with short pants along with sandals. It was Masaru's request to have his subordinate wear casual clothes as formal attires will stick out like a sore thumb.

"This one's name is Zhou Hai, young master it's an honour to meet you," Zhou Hai said as he bowed once more,

Masaru nodded feeling quite pleased with this guy, "Nice to meet you. Before we start with our investigation, do you know of any Sects that has information in regards to Domain Power and converting one's energy into Divine energy?"

Zhou Hai took out his note, glancing at the orders he had received from Ulrika. It also included information to what Masaru asked, luckily he managed to investigate this ahead of time "Yes, we can head for Beijing, using a spatial formation we can teleport to the entrance of the Gusu Lan Sect. According to the information I have gathered from the outer sects, once one becomes an inner sect disciple you should be able to get the information you seek"

Masaru caressed his chin, he allowed Zhou Hai to push to the trolley that held their travel bags, although Masaru had his inventory bracelet, travelling like this was a unique experience in itself since he would always teleport everywhere when it is work-related.

'To get the information I have to join a sect huh?' He thought as he glanced at Zhou Hai, "Is there a way to get the information without entering?"

"That would be to have a duel young master, however, this duel contains an unfair advantage for the sect," Zhou Hai said with a cramped smile as he hoped that it would be the last thing Masaru would choose.

Masaru said nothing as he climbed into the car with the girls sitting on both his sides, Zhou Hai sighed when he climbed in the driving seat "During the duel, the Sect can kill you, but you are not allowed to kill them. And also you are required to bet an item equivalent in value"

"Ma-nyan! Let's do it!" Kuroka spoke excitedly at the prospects of facing against cultivators, she never fought a cultivator before and the idea of facing one made her excited.

"Urk!" Zhou Hai flinched at how excited Kuroka was despite the rules of the duel being so ruthless,

"Yes, I hope we can deal with this soon so we can have our time alone during this vacation," Roygun said as she rests her head on Masaru's shoulder,

"Fine" Masaru said with a wry smile, he was indeed taken aback by the ruthless rules. At least it did not stipulate he had to face a mid-class Godlike Meng Zhang 'Huh? I hope that won't be the case' He thought, "For now, take us to the nearest hotel. We will head for the sect tomorrow"

'The young master really is someone powerful to have such two beautiful girls at his sides' Zhou Hai thought while snickering at the envious glances the people were shooting towards Masaru in the car, 'Hmph! You peasants don't understand my bosses charm!'

Masaru glanced out the window, "How is the company doing in China these days?" Masaru asked,

Zhou Hai smiled proudly, "Well it has been doing quite good young master, although there have been harassments every now and then from our competitors, especially in Beijing"

Masaru nodded while contacting Ulrika to send him a list of people he will have to meet in one month's time, shortly a letter appeared floating above a magic circle in front of him. When Masaru took the letter and opened it, he could only chuckle when he read the name,

"It appears the woman is following our movements" Masaru muttered caused the two girls to become alerted but he coaxed them to relax which gave the two girls the opportunity to lean onto him while resting their heads on his shoulders.

'Is it me, or could these two girls...' he glanced at the two girls with a surprise

Seeing Masaru's confused gaze Kuroka answered him, "We have to make sure that you are not charmed by any woman"

Masaru chuckled with a broad smile, it appears his girls also think of not increasing the size of the family with strangers. He gave Kuroka and Roygun a light kiss on the lips, "I won't, besides this current journey is important for us to set up our businesses here with the support of the Gods in China as well as to find out why Azure Dragon came to attack me"

The two girls gave Masaru questionable gazes but seeing Masaru was serious the two of them felt more relaxed but they still leaned onto his shoulders.

'These jealous girls really is cute' Masaru thought while reading the letter,

[White Tiger Emperor, Masaru Belial.

You have been invited to attend a banquet at the Summer Palace at 8 pm,

The dress code is Formal and no need to RSVP

From: He Xiangu, Eight Immortals]

Masaru checked this letter, "Did Ulrika also plan this trip while having this invitation in mind?" Masaru questioned Zhou Hai who nodded,

"Yes young master, apparently Immortal He Xiangu has been trying to get in touch with you for two months now" Zhou Hai answered,

Masaru pondered about possible reasons this God would want to contact him, could it be their angry at him for ignoring their messages? Masaru shook his head while looking out of the window. They just reached Beijing and the streets were busy as it was in Kuoh Town, "How long before we reach the hotel?"

Zhou Hai checked the GPS, "About half an Hour Young master"

Masaru nodded while looking at the people's homes and some children walking together to school, Masaru leaned back on the seat while closing his eyes, 'Drago...'

[Yeah Yeah!]

>\/<

When Masaru regained his sense of self he was back in the familiar white room that once had cracks were all gone, in front of him was two doors but this time there was a change on the right door that originally had a jungle theme was replaced by an ancient decorated door with four mythological beats carved at the top, two sides and one at the bottom with a faint pulsing golden orb in the centre.

The left carved drawing had the appearance of the White Tiger giving off a strong pulse which made Masaru think the pulse represents the fact he unlocked it, on the right was an azure dragon carved drawing and the pulse of energy was growing stronger with each beat.

The top was the picture of a turtle wrapped by a scaled eel and the bottom was a phoenix wrapped in flames yet neither was giving off a pulse of energy, the door on the left was the same as always the background of the universe with millions of glittering stars.

[You coming in?]

Masaru could see the door on the right was opening so he entered only to see the surroundings completed changed and expanded like a miniature world. Currently, they were surrounded by jungle, however, is linked with the sacred gear Masaru could sense how wide space was.

When Masaru turned to check his surroundings he spotted a faint green/Azure figure and realized the dragon was currently trying to hide among the trees when Drago saw that Masaru spotted him and was coming closer he screamed

[Don't peep on me you pervert!]

But his attempt to embarrass Masaru was interrupted when a white flash towards Masaru leaping into his arms,

{Papa nya}

When Drago heard this the surrounding shook when he collapsed on the ground from Shock, Masaru was not bothered at this adorable little tiger cub calling him Papa, he instead continued to caress her fur while occasionally scratch under her chin causing Byakko to purr happily in his arms.

[You! You stole my granddaughter!]

Masaru smirked when he looked at the dragon who had a face full of remorse and regret, "I think your new colour does suit you"

[Iya! I can't get married! My body has been sullied!]

Masaru looked at Drago who was acting like a Maiden, 'It has been a while I spoke with this dragon but from the looks of it, he still read strange books huh?' Masaru thought.

Byakko sensed Masaru was feeling conflicted about Drago who was being overdramatic so she turned her head and snarled causing Drago to flinch

[Did my granddaughter just snarled at me!?] Drago's poor heart felt like snapping into pieces.

Masaru sighed before smiling wryly, "Well let us stop it there"

Drago snorted as he turned to his usual expression, [Your no fun]

Masaru took his seat on a large rock with Byakko resting peacefully on his lap, "Now then about the talk I had about the sacred gear, how much did you find out?"

[Well right now I can say that you should be able to equip the initial phase of the Azure Dragon Mode]

"Azure Dragon Mode huh? Came up with that naming as well?" Masaru asked,

Drago nodded, [Well it does sound stupid if we call it Byakko Sacred Gear and Seiryuu Sacred Gear... Might as well call the different aspects as Modes]

Masaru nodded thinking it was reasonable.

[Anyway, like any dragon type sacred gear it will have the Boost power, however, My abilities appeared to have a power called Absorb, this power has strength and weaknesses so be sure to remember it. Absorb allow you to forcibly absorb the vitality of plants and trees to restore or increase your dragon aura, however, if there is no plants or trees you won't be able to use this ability]

Masaru nodded as he made sure to make a mental note of this, "I see, so how are things going with Avalon?"

When Drago heard this his gaze turned towards the south where it was incredibly hot, [It lays dormant in the South Volcano]

"I see" Masaru nodded as he finally understood that Avalon was being tempered to become an appropriate Vessel for his next Mode.

Masaru gave byakko a soft kiss on the forehead before he disappeared from his location, "Grrroar!"

Hearing Byakko roaring at him Dragon was stunned [What the hell did I do now!?]

>\/<

Zhou Hai stopped near the Hotel they book their rooms at since they were now near the Summer Palace, they could reach there by foot when the time came, "Zhou, I need you to stay nearby so book another room and get a reimbursement from the company tomorrow" Masaru said

Zhou Hai nodded with a happy smile since it was a well known Hotel and the price to stay the night could be counted on the ten to hundred thousand!

Seeing that his subordinate was quite obedient Masaru considered having Ulrika bring over this little fatty as his sidekick at the Headquarters. "Thank you, boss! I will be sure to be ready to give up my body fat to save your life" Zhou Hai thanked Masaru profusely with a bright smile.

Hearing this Masaru chuckled while leading the girls into the hotel.

"Good Afternoon, welcome to Wang Hotel. Do you have a room booked or would you like to book one?" The receptionist spoke politely since any person who came to this hotel was a big shot, so maybe she would be able to find her beloved chosen husband while working here was her thoughts.

Masaru came closer, "My assistant already booked a room for me, the name's Masaru Belial"

The receptionist nods while checking the log that listed all the bookings made to date. "Sir Masaru, I see. Your room is 501, let me get your keys"

The receptionist turned to get the keycard in the room behind her, soon she returned while holding a white card that had the number 501 printed on it. "This is your room card, You can use the lift to reach the fifth floor it will be the last room at the western end of the hotel"

Masaru nodded while thanking the receptionist before leaving, soon Zhou Hai entered the Hotel to book his room and ended up getting room 106.

"Ma-nyan" Kuroka nibbed Masaru's neck while Roygun too became a bit hot joining it while caressing his leg, seeing the two girls were up for it Masaru did not decline their invitation and hurried over to their hotel room. After a session of lovemaking, the three of them fell asleep since tomorrow will be the first time they would meet face first with Cultivators.

>\/<

"Boss, before we go I have to relay some rules for you," Zhou Hai said as he munched on the breakfast they ordered,

"Most cultivators are arrogant and tend to seek for trouble with new people, considering that you came from Japan they would be even more prone to create trouble for you" Zhou Hai explained, it was only natural that each nation's people did not like the other. But it did not mean everyone in the nation was like that, it was, however, strong for cultivators who strongly believe in traditions to never let go of a grudge.

"I see, so are you part of a Sect?" Masaru asked,

"Yes, I am part of the Shaolin Monastery," Zhou Hai said proudly,

"But aren't you a pervert?" Masaru asked as he recognizes the subtleties in the way Zhou Hai acted, despite trying to act like a gentleman he still sneaks a peek at women.

"hehe, my Abbot also noticed this and asked me why I can't let go of my desires," Zhou Hai said as he remembered when his teacher reprimanded him, and when he was asked why he could not let it go Zhou Hai answered, "I'm willing to reincarnate into a bra, for a lifetime I am willing to uphold her breast, for a lifetime I am willing to embrace her breast and for a lifetime I am willing to stare at nothing by her breast."

Masaru who heard this almost choke when drinking juice when he heard something incredibly familiar, "You remind me someone"

"Oh! So there is someone who has the same taste as me!? He must be a good brother of mine from a distant family" Zhou Hai said shamelessly,

"He does indeed remind me of Issei-nyan" Kuroka muttered with a surprised look since she could smell this fatty was a virgin with big dreams as well.

"Why is there always a pervert around master" Roygun whispered with a sigh,

"Well anyway, back to business. How do I go about challenging this duel?" Masaru asked,

"It's simple, you state your intention to the gate guard. He will then contact one of the inner sect Elders who will meet you, after negotiating the price you will commence. You should know the sect utilizes this duel to give their disciples the chance to experience real combat while having their safety assured, and also a chance to experience killing a living being with their own hands" Zhou Hai explained.

"I see" Masaru said as he continued to eat his breakfast, he was quite fascinated by the culinary of the Chinese cooks. 'Perhaps I should have Ulrika gather some study materials for me to study, perhaps I can make something different by combining different techniques' he thought

"Ah yes, Boss." Zhou Hai muttered softly as if he was wondering if he could say it,

"Yes?" Masaru glanced at Zhou Hai,

"Please be careful during your duel, although I have given the rules that are on the surface. There are no other rules, meaning that they can add random rules for the specific duel to simply harass you" Zhou Hai said

"I see, I actually thought it would be like that since I have heard that cultivators were quite shameless in general while the more decent ones are few in number" Masaru muttered without care, however, he was cursing himself 'Damn! why did I go and raise the flag when I thought about the strangeness in the rules!?'

"Ma-nyan, will you allow us to join in on the fun as well?" Kuroka asked Masaru while her eyes appear to have a trace of anticipation as she like Masaru enjoys battle against stronger opponents,

Masaru's smile twitched when he saw this cat, she really was willful but perhaps it will be good since the two of them could also practice their teamwork at the same time. "It depends on how this sect will approach our request since it is our first time setting foot there"

"They will naturally agree with your request Boos" Zhou Hai said as if it was a matter of fact,

"Why?" Masaru asked with a surprised look, he thought he would have to taunt those cultivators to make them move. However, it appears there was no need for it.

"It's because you are quite famous for being the first one to awaken Byakko's Balance breaker, everyone wants to test the power for themselves" Zhou Hai explained before adding, "And also they desire the honour of being the first to defeat the host who managed to awaken the Balance Breaker, it will allow their names to be written in their sects history"

"I see" Masaru's eye twitched when a tick mark appeared on his forehead, 'As expected, these shameless bastards already treating me like a free trophy, Hmph! Don't let me waste you all'

Kuroka nodded with a smile while leaning against Masaru's body, "As expected of my master, only you can attract powerful opponents without raising your finger"

Roygun did not want to lose out to Kuroka so she hooked her arm around Masaru's, however, Masaru instead unhooked it and held her by her waist causing Roygun to look at him with surprise as the three of them enjoyed their cuddle for a while longer before it was finally time to leave.