Making Millions With The Eyes Of God

Chapter 195

Inside the grand hall.

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Tristan and three Presbyters listened as Sylas recounted Denton Carter’s possession of the Treasure Map. Doubt was evident on all their faces.

Tristan turned to his son, Sylas, and asked, “Sylas, you claim that this Benjamin from the Palmer family said that Denton possesses the Treasure Map.

“But how can we be sure that he’s telling the truth but not trying to frame Denton?”

The three presbyters nodded in agreement with Tristan’s sentiment.

Sylas replied, “Dad, I too was initially skeptical of what Benjamin said.

“However, he swore an oath to me, insisting that he wasn’t lying.”

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Sylas then recounted what Benjamin had shared about his grandfather Emerson’s clandestine many years ago–how Denton had framed the guardian of the Treasure Map and secretly taken for himself.

Upon hearing this, both Tristan and the presbyters showed solemn expressions.

Without a doubt, they were starting to believe Sylas’s words.

The grand elder Tiger spoke up, “Mr. McLean, forty years ago, there were indeed rumors in Oakhaven about someone guarding the Treasure Map. Many powerful factions, families, and households from Eldoria sent their top martialists to investigate.”

He paused for a moment, then continued, “However, the guardian of the Treasure Map vanished without a trace. Many martialists thought the information was incorrect and eventually left the area.”

“Now, looking back,” he added, “it seems that the guardian never left Oakhaven. And in the end, Denton must have obtained the Treasure Map from him.”

Tristan nodded thoughtfully.

Given the timeline, it did make sense that the guardian of the Treasure Map had been in Oakhaven. Thus, the possibility of Denton acquiring the treasure map seemed quite high.

In Tristan’s view, there was at least a 90% chance that Denton had it.

“Esteemed presbyters, what do you think should be our next move?” Tristan turned to the three presbyters, seeking their insight.

Legend had it that this Treasure Map led to the King’s Treasure from a millennium ago.

All the major powers in the realm had drooled over it, vying for its possession with life–and–death determination.

Securing it could boost the might and fortune of any family or sect, allowing them to reign supreme in Eldoria for centuries.

And Tristan desired this treasure, wishing to elevate Star Gate’s power and make it a pinnacle presence in Eldoria.

The grand elder Tiger, along with Presbyter Phoenix, and Presbyter Steve, all had that unmistakable gleam of temptation in their eyes.

How could they resist being drawn to such a pivotal relic, the King’s Treasure?

“Mr. McLean, Steve, began, “Denton was once my disciple and trained under me for three years. Perhaps I could summon him and ask him to surrender the Treasure Map.”

The other two presbyters nodded in agreement, thinking it was a decent plan.

Tristan mused, “Steve’s suggestion is promising. We could invite Denton to Star Gate. We can offer him

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“If he refuses… well, we might have to resort to other measures.”

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Sylas, who had been quietly observing from his seat, interjected, “Dad, I have a way to ensure Denton hands over the Treasure Map willingly, without any tricks.”

Tristan and the three presbyters turned their curious gazes towards Sylas.

Tristan raised an eyebrow, “Sylas, what’s your plan to make Denton willingly give up the Treasure Map?” A hint of a smile played on Sylas’s lips, “Father, remember, it was Claire bringing me back home this time.

“She’s Denton’s granddaughter. If we use her as leverage against Denton to hand over the Treasure Map. he surely wouldn’t dare refuse,” Sylas said.

This was precisely why, back at the Carter family’s mansion, Sylas had insisted on Claire escorting him back to Star Gate instead of Denton.

Even then, he had conceived of using Claire as a bargaining chip to force Denton into exchang her for the Treasure Map.

A glint of realization appeared in Tristan’s eyes, as well as the presbyters. How could they forget about Claire, who was already at Star Gate?

Presbyter Tiger slapped the armrest of his chair in approval, exclaiming, “Sylas, that’s a brilliant plan!” The other two presbyters, Phoenix and Steve, nodded in agreement. “Indeed, this approach is far more effective than summoning Denton.”

“Denton would never stand by idly if his granddaughter’s life is at stake. He’d have no choice but to exchange the Treasure Map for her,” they reasoned.

However, Julian, who was seated in the hall, frowned slightly. Addressing the three presbyters, he said, “Esteemed presbyters, we can’t do this! Miss Carter kindly escorted us back to Star Gate.

“Using her as a pawn and threatening Denton for the Treasure Map would tarnish the reputation of Star Gate in Oakhaven.

“Moreover, Miss Carter is innocent and shouldn’t be dragged into this Treasure Map affair.”

Hearing this, the presbyters‘ expressions darkened instantly.

Presbyter Tiger, with a gaze as fierce as a real tiger, stared at Julian. “Julian,” he began icily, “you’re just an internal force martialist of Star Gate.

“Since when did you earn the right to judge our decisions?

“Furthermore, only those of us present here are privy to this discussion. As long as we keep it among ourselves, how would the outside world learn of it, and how would it tarnish Star Gate’s reputation?”

His eyes bore into Julian’s, “Unless you intend to snitch to Denton and Claire?”

Julian paled instantly, stammering, “Presbyter, I dare not! I only hope that Mr. McLean and the presbyters could spare innocent Miss Carter.”

“You insolent fool! Are you suggesting we’re in the wrong? Tiger bellowed.

In a swift motion, he lifted his hand, flicked a finger, and a sharp burst of internal mana shot out, targeting a pressure point on Julian’s neck.

Julian immediately fell unconscious.

The sudden action left the other ten or so Star Gate disciples seated in the hall in shock, their faces paling with fear.

After subduing Julian with his internal mana, Tiger’s stern gaze swept over the Star Gate disciples. He warned coldly, “Whatever has been discussed here today must remain a secret.

“If outsiders come to know of these matters, it will be clear that one of you has spilled the beans,

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Under the grand elder’s intimidating stare, every Star Gate disciple felt a chill down their spine. With trembling voices, they responded in unison, “We understand!”

Tristan was pleased with how Tiger had effectively silenced and intimidated the disciples.

The matter of the Treasure Map was of paramount importance. If word got out, it would spell endless.

trouble for Star Gate.

He then smiled reassuringly at the nervous disciples, “Although Senior Presbyter’s words may sound a bit harsh, as long as you keep silent and follow orders, you’ll be safe,

“But you must never emulate Julian’s actions, questioning the integrity of Star Gate and siding with outsiders. That’s a display of disloyalty!”

“We pledge our loyalty to Mr. McLean and will follow your commands unconditionally!” the disciples responded earnestly.

“Good! That’s the dedication I expect from Star Gate disciples, Tristan said, nodding in ap, oval. Turning to the presbyters, Tristan said, “Tiger, we’ll proceed with the plan we discussed, We’ll use Claire to pressure Denton into handing over the Treasure Map.”

The three presbyters immediately responded, “Your judgment is wise, Mr. McLeanTM

Tristan then looked at the unconscious Julian in the hall and instructed Tiger, Tiger, have him locked up. We cannot let him jeopardize this once–in–a–century opportunity for Star Gate.”

“Yes, Mr. McLean,” Tiger replied gravely.

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