Wu Mingyu frowned, whispering, "Do you think… is this mansion alive? The doors and lamps open without a touch?"
Chen Khaelan grinned. "Adapt, remember? This is the mortal world's magic."
Inside, the house was even more absurd—glass walls revealing the city lights far below, an indoor waterfall flowing beside a spiral staircase, and chandeliers made of crystals that pulsed like starlight.
"I am Victor Long; this is my mortal name," he began, his deep voice carrying authority. "I am one of the most powerful and wealthy tycoons in the business world. I was one of the head merchants in the Immortal Realm, but this humble self was sent here to prepare the ground for you, Highness Xuelian. All the money and resources needed will be handled by this humble servant."
Victor Long's words rang out solemnly. From the side, he bowed deeply to the young lords and ladies from the Immortal Realm. Even in his human disguise, the faint aura of divine power surrounding them made the air heavy with reverence.
Elena Zhou stepped forward next, her eyes calm yet intelligent. "My lord, your loyal servant here is Elena Zhou. My mortal identity is that of a university professor, which has allowed me to gain vast knowledge about this world. I also possess numerous connections, all at your lord's disposal to use." Her tone was steady, her bow graceful and elegant.
Then, with a faint smirk, another figure stepped out from the shadows. "This humble servant's name is Adrian Wu. My current identity is an underground leader—I run a black market, the opposite of that old man Long's business dealings. We work in the shadows, more of a cult than a company. The governments try to hunt us down, but we've stayed hidden for years. This humble one also controls a vast network of information," Adrian said, his lips curving slyly as he bowed deeply.
Mei Xuelian's soft chuckle echoed through the grand hall, sounding like a celestial bell. The sound sent a shiver down everyone's spine. "I think," she said, her tone both amused and commanding, "I like this mortal world already."