Sandra noticed a sudden change in Zeba’s expression, her features sharpening. He furrowed his brow and asked, “What’s the
matter? Tell me.”
Gritting her teeth, Zeba replied, “Morgana warned us from the beginning that it would be dangerous for us four to embark on
missions outside. She lost her life to a formidable Master and that’s why it took several years to set up an incredibly secretive
and powerful formation in the Soul Palace...”
“She claimed that activating this formation during a critical moment could save our residual souls, allowing our bodies to perish
while our souls endure. But today, Gideon revealed that it wasn’t a soul- preserving formation at all. Instead, it was an immensely
powerful self-destruct mechanism...”
Sandra nodded slightly, absorbing the revelation. “No wonder Gideon pleaded for mercy initially. He resigned himself to death
when the critical moment arrived, believing that he could truly change his physical body.”
Zeba, her voice laced with anger, continued, “But I never expected that it was a deception. A deception that turned out to be a
highly destructive force...”
Sympathizing with Zeba’s frustration, Sandra asked, “What do you think of Morgana? What are the chances of her sending the
three elders?”
After pondering for a while, Zeba replied firmly, “Based on my understanding of her, I’d say 100%!”
Sandra squinted his eyes, skeptical “Is that so? If what you say is true, these three elders have been in seclusion all this time.
Interrupting their cultivation and making them retreat again will lead to substantial unseen losses. Will Morgana be willing to take
such a risk?”
Zeba spoke earnestly, “Mr. Wade, Morgana has consistently underestimated her opponents. She believed that Dead Soldiers
could defeat the Evans Family and that the Cavalry Guards would be
sufficient to capture Miss Clark. However, both attempts failed. She then sent Four Marshals, thinking that their achievements
would uncover the flaws in the Cyprus Cavalry Guards, only to have Jarvis blasted to a pulp by their close-range defense
weaponry. She believed that Gideon and I could eliminate the Evans Family, but now even that plan has failed...”
“In such circumstances, she will undoubtedly dispatch the three elders to eradicate the problem. They are her last resort. If they
succeed, it’s perfect. But if they fail, she may have to abandon her hideout and flee for her life!”
Maria couldn’t help but interject, “Do you know how powerful these three elders are?”
Zeba replied, “Miss Clark, I’ve never met the three elders myself. Since joining the Warriors Den, they have remained secluded.
According to Morgana, even a hundred years ago, their strength rivaled that of Gideon. Considering their hundred-year-long
seclusion, their power must have increased significantly. The Four Marshals are no match for them.”
Sandra and Maria exchanged brief glances, their expressions subtly changing. Zeba’s words revealed that the three elders
surpassed the Four Marshals by a significant margin. Dealing with even one of them would prove extremely challenging and if all
three acted together, their strength would be immeasurable.
Sandra understood that while he could defeat Gideon, overcoming the elders with a hundred years of cultivation experience over
Gideon was an insurmountable task.
Maria turned her gaze toward Sandra and spoke, “My Lord, if Morgana indeed unleashes the three elders, I’m concerned that
you alone won’t be able to defeat them. For safety’s sake, it might be wise for you to temporarily leave Aurous Hill and avoid the
limelight...”
Zeba concurred, adding, “Mr. Wade, Miss Clark is correct. Even Morgana would struggle to defeat the combined strength of the
three elders. You haven’t opened your Soul Palace yet, so if you remain in
Aurous Hill, it will be challenging to escape once they arrive!”
Sandra contemplated for a moment, then shook his head. “It might be easy for me to leave, but what about my grandparent’s
family? They are the primary targets and there could even be Warriors Den infiltrators among them. The organization will
relentlessly pursue them, no matter where they hide. They won’t be able to escape the three elder’s pursuit, no matter how hard
they try...”
With a serious tone, Sandra continued, “Moreover, Aurous Hill is my foundation. My family and friends are here. If I leave, I can’t
guarantee their safety. Furthermore, if the enemy discovers my identity, they may take out their vengeance on my loved ones. I
will never forgive myself.”
Then, addressing Zeba, Sandra asked, “What do you think of me? What do you know of my parents? And do you know why
Morgana targeted my grandparent’s family twenty years later?”
Zeba replied truthfully, “Mr. Wade, I only know that your parents discovered the secret of longevity before Morgana did. That’s
why she ordered Gideon to hunt them down twenty years ago. However, I’m unaware of the reason behind targeting your
grandparent’s family after all this time.”
Frowning, Sandra asked, “The secret of longevity? Gideon mentioned it several times, but I still don’t know what it is exactly.”
Zeba shook her head, saying, “I don’t know either. It’s just what Morgana mentioned. None of us four know the actual secret.”
Sandra felt a pang of disappointment. He couldn’t grasp the connection between the secret of longevity and the deep-seated
animosity between his parents and Morgana. Nor could he fathom why, after two decades, Morgana still desired to exterminate
his grandparent’s family.
Maria suddenly recalled something and swiftly inquired, “Where is the current headquarters of the Warriors Den?”
Zeba answered, “It’s located underground on an uninhabited island in South America, near the Antarctic Circle. I don’t know the
exact coordinates. The British authorities have always been vigilant against us. We travel by seaplane or small submarine,
making our first stop in Argentina. However, during our stay in Argentina, we are cut off from the outside world, unable to enjoy
any scenery or carry any modern devices like mobile phones when we reach the island. But it should be near the Antarctic
Circle. If one conducts a thorough search, eliminating possibilities one by one, it’s not impossible to find it.”
Sandra shook his head, “I don’t even know how to handle the three elders. How can I locate the Warriors Den’s lair?”
Worriedly, Maria suggested, “Young Master, why not consider leaving Aurous Hill immediately to ensure your safety? I suspect
that none of your immediate family members collude with the Warriors Den. It’s highly likely that the infiltrators have foreign
surnames. Hence, you can only take the Evans Family with you and maintain strict control over the dissemination of information,
preventing any contact with the outside world. That way, you can ensure everyone’s safety...”
“No,” Sandra said resolutely. “Aurous Hill is my stronghold. My family and friends are here. I can’t abandon them. Furthermore, if
I run away, Morgana might discover my vulnerability and unleash her wrath upon my loved ones. I won’t allow that to happen.”
With determination in his eyes, Sandra continued, “Besides, can you really expect me to flee with everyone? Initially, I was still in
the dark with Morgana. If I make such a conspicuous move, I would be walking into her trap.”
Maria expressed her concerns, “Young Master, while South America is vast, once those three elders are released from
seclusion, Morgana will undoubtedly send them rushing to Aurous Hill as quickly as possible. They’ll arrive within 24 hours. After
that, leaving will be far more challenging...”
Sandra fell silent for a moment. His expression grew resolute as he exclaimed, “I won’t go! The Evans Family won’t go either! If
Morgana has set her sights on Aurous Hill, I’ll play the ‘Empty City Strategy’ with her! Let’s see if she dares to bring the fight
here!”
Update of The Charismatic Charlie Wade by Lord Leaf