Higurashi Gushan's expression was wooden as he stood at a distance, and so was Yuan Guanghai's, completely perplexed about the purpose behind Roger's declaration.
They had no idea about the additional abilities of the Shadow Cottage and there was nothing they could do at the moment given the short time of contact. Even though they had a special relationship with Higurashi Chika, it was impossible to amass enough goodwill with Higurashi Gushan in a short period.
Even if one couldn't become a permanent guest, becoming a temporary guest was also excellent.
After all, Gushan is a formidable Sword Master, and the power and traits that Roger could borrow would be stronger.
His strength was growing far too rapidly now, to the point where Amanda, Goway, and the others were no longer able to meet his needs.
Ignoring Roger's nonsensical babbling, Higurashi Gushan took a step forward, and in an instant, he was dozens of meters away and soon vanished from sight.