Chapter 38: Guo Jing! If You Don’t Surrender, Your Daughter’s Life Will Be at Risk!
Back when Jack first watched the Dragon Ball anime, he had thought that Zeno (King of Everything) was merely a figure who erased things with a snap—someone whose real power wasn't in direct combat but in his terrifying ability to "clear" anything from existence.
But after arriving in the Dragon Ball World, Jack realized something else.
Those fans who claimed that Zeno was incredibly powerful—perhaps even the most powerful being in existence—were right.
Zeno's strength wasn't just in his ability to erase entire universes. Even before Jack had reached his current level of power, Zeno was the absolute peak.
Only Quan Mo, another godlike entity, could be considered his equal.
Zeno didn't fight because he didn't need to. His "erase" ability was already more than enough.
But that didn't mean he was weak.
In fact, Jack was the only one who had ever witnessed Zeno make a serious move.
Back then, the Grand Priest and Zeno's two guards hadn't even appeared yet.
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Zeno: "When will we get one of those super difficult missions again?"
Jack: "Once the Thug Group levels up, those kinds of high-difficulty missions will start showing up. That's why you need to focus on completing more tasks right now."
Jack: "Remember, only four-star and five-star reviews will contribute to the group's experience. Three stars give nothing, and anything below that will actually cause you to lose experience!"
Jack: "Also, you'll only get a lottery draw if you earn a five-star review. If you get one or two stars, you'll even get punished. So when you're out completing tasks, try to aim for the best rating possible."
Beerus: "I see! Don't worry, Lord Jack. If I get a mission, I'll do everything I can to earn five stars!"
Krillin: "It's actually not that hard to get a five-star rating, especially if the task isn't too complicated."
Krillin: "The trick is to make sure you complete the client's requirements carefully and try to win their favor."
Krillin: "Do that, and nine times out of ten, you'll get five stars."
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Goku: "Krillin, you sound like a veteran at this!"
Krillin: "Well, I did complete a standard mission and a hidden mission—both with five-star ratings. I've picked up a thing or two."
Krillin: "Basically, when you're on a mission, always treat the employer with respect. Don't do anything that would upset them."
Vegeta: "It's good to know how to earn a five-star rating, but we need to actually get a mission first."
Vegeta: "Only when we experience the process ourselves can we truly understand what you're talking about."
Beerus: "Yeah… I wonder when my turn will come. I want to test my strength in a mission."
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Jack: "Well, you're all in luck. A new mission just appeared!"
Right as Krillin was sharing his five-star strategies, a new mission prompt appeared in Jack's system interface.
His eyes shifted to the mission preview screen.
Above a walled city, countless figures gathered—soldiers, citizens, warriors. In the forefront stood two individuals, a man and a woman, both with determined expressions as they stared into the distance.
The man was clad in heavy armor. Though he wasn't especially handsome, his firm jawline and resolute gaze made it clear—this man was a hero.
Beside him stood a middle-aged woman. Her face bore slight wrinkles from years of battle and hardship, yet her presence radiated intelligence, charm, and leadership.
Ahead of them, a massive army of soldiers dressed in dark colors marched forward. It was an intimidating force, easily numbering in the tens of thousands.
Above the gates of the city, three large characters were carved into the stone walls:
"Xiangyang City"
Jack's eyes narrowed. Even if he hadn't recognized the characters at first, the name "Xiangyang" told him everything he needed to know.
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This was the world of The Return of the Condor Heroes.
The man and woman at the city gates were none other than the legendary couple—Guo Jing and Huang Rong.
Together, they had spent decades defending Xiangyang from invading forces. Their lives were just as brilliant and important to the martial arts world as Yang Guo and Xiao Longnv, the destined couple of the story.
In fact, in their prime, Guo Jing and Huang Rong were the Son and Daughter of Destiny.
But their ending had always left a bitter aftertaste.
Despite their unwavering loyalty and unmatched martial prowess, Xiangyang City eventually fell.
And they chose to die with the city they had sworn to protect, fighting to the very last breath.
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Now, Jack watched as the scene unfolded.
From the black-clad army, a tall platform was erected.
Standing upon it was a man in ornate robes with an intimidating presence. He looked directly at Guo Jing and bellowed:
"Guo Jing! If you don't surrender now, I can't promise your daughter's safety!"
Standing beside him, bound and struggling, was a young girl.
It didn't take long for Jack to figure out who these two were.
The man was King Jinlun, the Mongolian national teacher and a formidable martial arts master.
And the little girl?
Guo Xiang, Guo Jing's youngest daughter.
At this moment, King Jinlun was using Guo Xiang as leverage to force Guo Jing to surrender.
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Ironically, Jack knew from the story that King Jinlun never truly intended to hurt Guo Xiang.
In fact, he wanted to take her as his disciple.
In the end, he even died trying to protect her.
But his loyalty to the Mongol empire and his role as their national teacher forced him into this situation—using a child as a bargaining chip in the battlefield of Xiangyang.
This was a classic moral conflict. And now, it was up to the group to resolve it.
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Jack's eyes gleamed.
This mission wasn't just about strength. It was a test of morality, negotiation, timing, and understanding of this world's complex relationships.
The decision about who would take on this mission would be critical.
The objective was clear: save Guo Xiang, defeat or convince King Jinlun, and possibly help Guo Jing and Huang Rong alter the tragic fate that awaited them.
Jack quickly posted the task details in the group chat.
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Jack: "New task available. Location: Xiangyang City, World: Return of the Condor Heroes. Situation: Guo Jing and Huang Rong are under siege. Guo Xiang has been captured by King Jinlun. Save her and assist in defending the city."
Jack: "This is a mission that requires finesse. It's not just about brute force. Volunteers?"
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Immediately, the group chat buzzed with interest.
Vegeta: "Sounds like a proper challenge. Count me in."
Beerus: "Let me handle it. I'll erase that fake king in an instant."
Krillin: "Wait, wait! This mission seems tied to story elements. If we mess it up, we might ruin the entire world timeline."
Goku: "So… are we allowed to beat him up or not?"
Jack: "Hold on. I'll assign this mission carefully. It's not a random brawl. I'll select someone with both power and sensitivity."
Jack pondered for a moment.
This mission could open the door to more wuxia-themed worlds, and the performance here would affect future missions' difficulty.
Everything was building toward something greater.
And the group?
They were just getting started.
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