Chapter 5381

Gideon was well aware of the situation at hand. Having already disregarded commands and arrived
late in Aurous Hill, he couldn’t risk disobeying again unless he had a persuasive justification. If he
complied, it meant he would head straight to Willow Estates and eliminate the slumbering Evans Family
along with their protectors. Such a monumental action would undoubtedly send shockwaves throughout
the world.

Aurous Hill, being the epicenter of the incident, would inevitably plunge into an unprecedented state of
martial law. But then, how could he uncover clues about Zachary and his gang?

To buy himself more time, the best course of action was to proactively discuss the enchanted artifact.
After all, the artifact held great value not only for himself but also for the Lord.

Gideon desired to retain the piece of lightning-struck wood, capable of summoning thunder from the
heavens. He also planned to reveal the ring, hoping it would grant him a few extra days of respite from
the Lord’s wrath.

When Gideon mentioned the term ‘enchanted artifact,’ the Lord paused for a brief moment, then
inquired coldly, “You acquired an enchanted artifact? What kind of artifact?”

Gideon explained, “My Lord, this subordinate stumbled upon a dealer selling off antiques. They had
recently excavated an ancient tomb in Aurous Hill and were selling the treasures. One of them was a
Quintong Dynasty jade finger ring, which conceals a complete formation within!”

The Lord immediately inquired, “What does it do? Have you tested the effects of the formation?”

Gideon replied, “The formation is a passive acupuncture technique. I speculate that it possesses some
form of passive power.”

Surprised, the Lord exclaimed, “Is this true?”



With unwavering determination, Gideon asserted, “My Lord, I would never deceive you… If you doubt
me, allow me to complete my mission and I will retrieve this enchanted artifact for your inspection!”

The Lord paused briefly, smiled and remarked, “Gideon, it seems you harbor selfish intentions towards
me.”

Gideon hurriedly responded, “I would never dare, my Lord! Initially, I intended to confirm its authenticity
and then report to you. In addition, I believe that obtaining a few additional magical artifacts and
offering them to you would be an outstanding accomplishment.”

The Lord sneered and stated, “Since that is the case, you have ambition. Very well, I shall grant you
three additional days. If you manage to find more magical artifacts, your return shall be met with great
credit. However, if you fail to locate any such artifacts, you must not delay any further. After three days,
the entire Evans family must be eradicated!”

Gideon breathed a sigh of relief, for he had won. The three-day window should provide ample time to
delve deep into Zachary’s gang. If he stumbled upon superior magical artifacts, he would discard the
mediocre ones and present only the finest to the Lord. However, if he failed to uncover any superior
alternatives, he would have no choice but to bring back the jade ring. Yet, even with this artifact, he
could still seize a potentially life-changing opportunity by exchanging it for a substantial fortune.

…

Ten minutes later, deep in the Russian Far East, Zeba found herself in a state of tranquil meditation.
Like a melodic tune, she temporarily resided in this serene oasis. For individuals like her and Gideon,
who had mastered the art of reiki, sleep was no longer a rigid necessity. Instead, they chose to utilize
their slumber time for meditation and deep breathing.

Despite the absence of any residual reiki for their assimilation and transformation, they comprehended
the significance of honing the immaculate of their own aura through these rituals.



Just as Zeba delved into her meditative state, her cell phone abruptly vibrated, jolting her awake from
her peaceful reverie. The phone only accepted calls from the Lord and the other Marshals.

With a sense of urgency, she swiftly unlocked her phone, revealing a special software indicating that it
was the Lord who had contacted her.

Without hesitation, Zeba pressed the answer button and spoke with deep respect, “My lord!”

A soft voice emanated from the other end of the line, inquiring gently, “Zeba, where are you at this
moment?”

Furrowing her brows, Zeba realized that the Lord, despite having the ability to contact her at any time,
chose to greet her politely. It seemed as if he desired to establish a closer connection. Keeping this in
mind, she replied respectfully, “My lord, I am still in the Far East.”

The Lord emitted a hum, then proceeded to ask, “Have you discovered any clues suggesting that Maria
has been to the Far East?”

Zeba hastened to reply, her tone filled with regret, “I apologize, my Lord. I have been ineffective in
uncovering any information related to Maria thus far.”

A smile tugged at the corners of the Lord’s lips as he remarked, “Maria is quite cunning. It is not due to
your incompetence that you have been unable to locate her.”

The Lord’s tone grew serious as he continued, “Zeba, there is an urgent task I need you to undertake
immediately.”

Zeba recognized that these polite words from the Lord held great significance. Without hesitation, she
declared, “Please issue your orders, my Lord and I shall go all out to fulfill them!”



The Lord’s voice resonated with authority as he stated, “I need you to make your way to Aurous Hill as
swiftly as possible.”

Surprised, Zeba questioned, “My lord, do you want me to assist Gideon in Aurous Hill?”

“No!” came the Lord’s icy reply. “I want you to secretly monitor Gideon’s every move. I suspect he may
have ulterior motives regarding Warriors Den!”

Zeba was taken aback, hastily interjecting, “My lord… Gideon has demonstrated unwavering loyalty for
many years. How could he possibly harbor any ulterior motives about Warriors Den?”

The Lord withheld nothing, speaking directly, “While Gideon did tell me the truth, he only divulged a
part of it!”

With a touch of excitement, the Lord continued, “He claimed to have obtained a mysterious magical
artifact in Aurous Hill. According to his account, he stumbled upon it while foiling a Tomb Raider’s sale.”

Zeba exclaimed, “Such a magical item found!”

The Lord elucidated, “I cross-referenced Gideon’s movements and discovered that he visited the
antique street in Aurous Hill twice. This strongly suggests that his story holds some truth.”

Perplexed, Zeba inquired, “My lord, I am puzzled. Even if Gideon did visit the antique street twice, how
can we prove that he obtained a magical weapon?”

The Lord’s reply carried a cold sneer, laced with gloominess. “Indeed, the movement records alone
cannot prove anything. However, today, the Aurous Hill Meteorological Bureau issued an extreme
weather warning, precisely twenty minutes after Gideon arrived at the mountain! Furthermore, I
conducted a search on Aurous Hill’s local internet and TikTok. Many people were discussing a
thunderous explosion near Phoenix Mountain this afternoon. According to their accounts, the thunder



was deafening, unlike anything they had ever heard before! Coincidentally, Gideon ventured into a
valley not far from those mountains.”

Zeba was getting more confused and asked, “My Lord, can we really assume that he has obtained an
offensive magical weapon just based on his proximity to the mountain?”

The Lord snorted with derision, replying icily, “Of course, the movement records alone do not suffice as
evidence. However, the circumstances align too perfectly to be mere coincidence. I will leave no stone
unturned. Gideon’s actions have raised suspicions that he may have obtained something far more
dangerous than he claimed!”

Upon hearing the Lord’s words, Zeba’s heart sank into a pit of despair. She had suspected it all along
and now it was confirmed, the Lord possessed the ability to track the whereabouts of every Marshal.
But what terrified her even more was the Lord’s uncanny ability to analyze every movement made by
each Marshal. By combining their actions with local internet data, the Lord could create a detailed
profile of their lives. It was a lifetime sentence of control under the Lord’s watchful eye. Even though the
Marshals often went on long missions without reporting back, they were never truly free. The poison
the Lord had implanted in their bodies ensured that they remained obedient. The only difference was
that those who Mastered the aura had a longer leash, with antidotes administered less frequently.

Yet, what good was a longer leash if they were still puppets in the Lord’s hands? Zeba felt the weight of
frustration pressing upon her as she analyzed the key points the Lord had revealed.

The Lord’s mention of Gideon’s strange journey from Antique Street to the mountains intrigued her. It
was even more unbelievable that a thunderous explosion occurred precisely where Gideon had been.
Piecing together these events, Zeba could surmise the general context of the situation. It was highly
likely that Gideon had obtained an offensive magical weapon, one that could summon heavenly
thunder. But he hadn’t disclosed this to the Lord.



No wonder the Lord accused Gideon of betrayal. Gideon believed that surrendering a passive magical
weapon would earn him the Lord’s trust. Little did he know that even from thousands of miles away, the
Lord could discern his deception through various clues.

With these thoughts in her mind, Zeba sought guidance from the Lord. “My lord, if I, as a subordinate,
am not as strong as Gideon, how should I handle the situation if he discovers my true intentions?”

The Lord’s voice was calm as he replied, “Fear not, I shall teach you a formula that can conceal your
aura and cultivation. Your strength is not significantly different from Gideon’s. With the aid of this
formula, as long as you remain unseen and refrain from using your aura within a few hundred meters of
him, he will be unable to detect your presence. Furthermore, I will provide you with his real-time
location on your mobile phone, a secret that shall remain hidden from him.”

Zeba responded promptly, “I understand, my Lord!”

The Lord continued, “Zeba, you have two missions during your stay in Aurous Hill. Firstly, you must spy
on Gideon and ascertain the nature of his recent activities and the number of magical weapons in his
possession. Secondly, be prepared to assist him in times of crisis.”

Surprised, Zeba inquired, “My Lord, does this mean that there is a significant threat in Aurous Hill, so
great that even Gideon is unable to handle it?”

The Lord sighed before replying, “At this moment, it is uncertain. Too many unsettling events have
occurred recently and many remain unresolved, leaving me in a constant state of unease. Since the
incident with the anti-aircraft gun in Cyprus, who knows what dangers lie in wait for Aurous Hill?
However, do not dwell on such concerns. I inform you merely as a precautionary measure. Gideon
operates in the light, while you work in the shadows. We must ensure that nothing goes awry. Ideally,
Gideon should not face any danger, but if he does, you will be there to help him. Though he may have



two hearts, he is still an indispensable soldier of the Warriors Den. Losing another meritorious
companion among the Marshals would be a grave mistake!”

Zeba swiftly assured him, “Worry not, Lord, I understand!”

The Lord gave a decisive nod and added, “Moreover, in case Gideon encounters further trouble from
China following the elimination of Evan’s family, I will suggest that he retreat from Aurous Hill. At that
time, you will remain in Aurous Hill, prepared to assist with the son of Bruce and Lily.”

As Zeba hung up the phone, an overwhelming reluctance filled her heart. As one of the four Marshals,
she had always abhorred violence and bloodshed. Being ordered by the Lord to commit such acts of
evil left her disheartened. She longed to stay inside the protective walls of the Warriors Den, dedicating
herself solely to self-improvement and avoiding the intricacies of the external world. Although she
sometimes had to carry out tasks for the Lord, she longed for the chance to work overseas, hoping for
a suitable opportunity to break free from the weight of her responsibilities.

For instance, when the Lord instructed her to locate Maria in the Far East, she had only half-heartedly
fulfilled the task, meandering aimlessly. Unexpectedly, with a single phone call from the Lord, she was
now en route to Aurous Hill.

Furthermore, this mission in Aurous Hill meant that she would be unable to indulge in her personal
desires for the foreseeable future. Though reluctant, she dared not delay any further and hastily
embarked on her journey in the middle of the night. She negotiated with the hotel owner and purchased
a car at a steep price, commencing her journey from her small town to Yakutsk, a city in the Russian
Far East.

Simultaneously, Zachary found himself in the most prominent nightclub in Aurous Hill, basking in the
embrace of two companions. Dark circles accentuated his weary eyes and he clutched a jade ring
finger that Tommy had coveted, along with a bank card loaded with over a million dollars. Here, he



reveled in extravagance, drowning himself in copious amounts of foreign wines. A single bottle of
champagne costs a minimum of ten to twenty thousand, if not more than a hundred thousand. Beautiful
young women surrounded him, lavishing him with flattery. The fees they commanded for their presence
tonight reached five figures.

Zachary’s excessive spending spree was all orchestrated by Leonardo. Earlier in the evening,
Valentina had instructed him not to worry about anything and simply enjoy himself. He even arranged
for Zachary to stay in the presidential suite at Shangri-La.

According to Valentina’s plan, he knew that the Marshal of the Warriors Den would undoubtedly visit
Antique Street the following morning in search of Zachary. Thus, he allowed Zachary to relieve and
spend extravagantly, depriving himself of sleep until the sun reached its zenith. Only then, with the
scent of alcohol lingering, would Zachary venture to the antique street to set up his stall.

This strategy aimed to manipulate the Marshal’s mindset, utilizing antiques and magical artifacts as
bait. The Marshal must understand the value of patience, no matter if he came to Aurous Hill to cause
harm to Valentina’s grandparents or his own family.

…

As morning dawned, Zachary found himself tangled up in the arms of two companions while lounging
on the luxurious bed in Shangri-La’s Presidential Suite, drifting off into a dreamy and peaceful sleep.

Meanwhile, Gideon’s impatience drove him to leave the hotel at dawn, heading straight to Antique
Street in search of Zachary. Eager to find him, Gideon arrived earlier than any other street vendor.
However, after aimlessly wandering the streets for three or four hours, his slender legs growing weary,
there was still no sign of Zachary.

Unsettled, he relentlessly walked to and fro on Antique Street, traversing from the east to the west and
vice versa, repeatedly circling without end, in relentless pursuit of the person who plagued his mind.



Unbeknownst to him, his every movement was captured in real-time by the municipal surveillance
cameras that dotted the area. Leonardo, seated within Shangri-La, observed Gideon’s restlessness
with keen interest.

At noon, Zeba’s plane descended upon Aurous Hill Airport, under the scorching sun. Throughout her
journey, she diligently practiced the formulas imparted to her by the Lord, striving to conceal her aura
and cultivation as much as possible.

Without any delay, she swiftly made her way from the airport to Aurous Hill Antique Street, hailing a taxi
for the journey.

Ladden continued to display his signboard, eagerly anticipating another stroke of luck like Gideon’s, yet
in the absence of the jade ring, he was unable to capture Zeba’s attention.

While Zeba was heading to Antique Street, Valentina was seated in Isaac’s office directing one of his
men, “Wake Zachary immediately and let him know that Master Wade demands him to start working.”

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