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Phoenix and Steve, flanked by a group of elite martialists, approached the entrance of the stone chamber. They respectfully. addressed Gilmore, “Leader, what are your orders?”
Pointing at Norman. Gilmore replied, “Although our Star Gate martialists were poisoned and injured at the Weston family’s hands, it’s clear that the Black Hawk manipulated the Westons into committing those acts against us. So, the real culprits are the members of the Black Hawk.
“Hence, the Weston family’s offenses aren’t capital crimes. From today, let them out during the day to clean and maintain the various structures within Star Gate, but return them to the dumber by night.”
Both Phoenix and Steve were puzzled by Gilmore’s mention of the Westons‘ actions against their martialists.
But Gilmore said that the Westons did not commit capital crimes, which meant that they did not commit.
Therefore, they both dutifully replied, “Understood, Leader. We will release the Westons during the day to perform chores and confine them back in the chamber at night.”
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Norman, observing Phoenix and Steve’s reverence towards Gilmore, became even more convinced of Gilmore’s authority within Star Gate.
Relieved and overwhelmed, he thought, “Having given Gilmore two billion dollars has finally secured the safety of my family and me. We won’t be executed or have our heads displayed for three days.”
However, what Norman didn’t realize was that the threat of execution and public display was entirely fabricated by Gilmore. Gilmore, capitalizing on Norman’s intense fear of death and his desire to live, had manipulated the situation in his favor. This was also the reason why he came to find Norman with a laptop. With God’s Eye, he had already gleaned every detail about Norman’s assets.
Essentially, Norman’s vulnerabilities were entirely within Gilmore’s grasp, which allowed him to effectively “shear” Norman, the “cash cow” worth two billion dollars.
Bringing Phoenix, Steve, and the others was merely a performance for Norman’s benefit
A show must be convincing to be believed, ensuring Norman wouldn’t have any doubts.
This was a masterclass in fleecing someone without them realizing they’d been fleeced.
Had Norman known the truth and realized he’d been tricked out of two billion dollars, he might very well have run headfirst into a wall in despair.
Saving a life is meritorious. Gilmore couldn’t possibly let Norman be so devastated that he’d dash himself against a wall Norman wholeheartedly believed that Gilmore had genuinely “saved” him and his family.
Expressing his endless gratitude, Norman watched as Gilmore, under the protection of his guards, picked up his laptop and departed.
After leaving Norman’s stone chamber, Gilmore instructed Phoenix and Steve to release Julian, who was confined in another chamber.
The reason he had Phoenix and the others release Julian from confinement was Gilmore had learned that Julian had
Claire, leading to his confinement with his God’s Eye.. offended Tristan and his son by speaking up for
That night, Star Gate was illuminated brightly, hosting a grand fast to celebrate Gilmore’s ascension as the new leader.
Laughter and joy filled the air, with people toasting their drinks
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Keeping his promise, Gilmore had Phoenix, who controlled Star Cate’s finances, distribute a two hundred dollars bonus to every member of Star Gate.
With three to four hundred members, the gesture cost over sixty thousand dollars, making every recipient elated.
Gilmore spent the night in an ancient yet majestic villa, the official residence of the leader.
While the exterior showcased traditional architecture, the interior was no different from a modern luxury villa.
Genuine leather sofas, crystal chandeliers, imported carpets, and a hundred–inch smart TV adorned the place.
Indeed, the villa was a blend of traditional aesthetics outside and modern luxury within.
Gilmore couldn’t help but marvel at how today’s martial artists, much like the wealthy outside, knew how to enjoy the finer things in life
With Sword Mountain’s serene environment and picturesque views, even the affluent in the outside world might not experience such luxurious yet peaceful living.
On the top floor of the villa, Gilmore, seated on an antique mahogany chair, sipped his aromatic coffee.
He had removed his face mask, no longer hiding his identity. He had given strict orders that no one from Star Gate was allowed to enter the villa without his permission, so he wasn’t worried about being recognized.
In truth, the main reason for concealing his face was to protect his family and friends.
He wanted to avoid putting them in harm’s way should his enermes attempt to threaten them when they couldn’t get to him.
It was a measure to reduce potential complications.
Gilmore sipped his coffee, admiring the bright moon in the sky through the window.
It had been a long time since he last took a moment to simply appreciate the moonlight.
His mind felt as calm as a still pond, as if the moonlight could be reflected in the depths of his soul.
It was a comforting sensation.
Ding.
A notification pinged on his phone.
Checking it, he saw a WhatsApp message from Claire.
[Gilmore, the Star Gate has intentions to harm the Carter family, I’ve already escaped them and returned to Oakhaven.
[My family and I are planning to move to another city temporarily for safety. If nothing happens in Oakhaven.
[You should also leave Cloudar soon, so you don’t fall into the hands of Star Gate] Content held by NôvelDrama.Org.
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From the message, Gilmore deduced that Claire and her family had left Oakhaven to seek refuge in another city, most likely orchestrated by Denton.
Clearly, Denton had made contingency plans; if he sacrificed himself to rescue Claire from Star Gate, he’d ensure she and the rest of the family would immediately relocate to a safer place, away from any further threats from the Star Gate.
Even though Gilmore had later managed to save Denton, allowing him to safely leave the Star Gate.
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Denton, in his usual prudent manner, still proceeded with his original plan. He relocated the Carter family from Oakhaven to an even more secure location elsewhere.
Gilmore responded to Claire’s message on WhatsApp, saying. [Stay extra cautious. I’ll also keep myself safe. Call me if anything comes up.]
The reason he didn’t reveal to Claire was that he was now the leader of the Star Gate, and that the Carter family was no longer under any threat from them.
He felt it wasn’t the right time yet, and besides, a lot couldn’t be easily explained.
So, Gilmore thought it best to wait for a more opportune moment to reveal the truth to Claire.
[Alright, I’ll be cautious. I’ll contact you later. Good night,] Claire replied.
[Good night.]
After responding to Claire’s message, Gilmore was about to put his phone back in his pocket.
But, just then, another notification chimed in.
He thought to himself, “Could it be Claire again with some more news?”
But when he opened WhatsApp, he found a message from Helene
[Gilmore, a new central business district project is being launched in Vista Verde, with public bidding set to take place in 20 days. We Horizon Group has already submitted a bid.
[Please come to Vista Verde within the next ten days, so we can discuss the CBD project bid in detail.]
Gilmore was a bit surprised to receive a message from Helene.
Since the last time he visited Vista Verde to see Lilian and unexpectedly met Helene, with whom sparks of attraction flew, Gilmore hadn’t seen Helene for quite a while after returning to Oakhaven.
Although they had stayed in touch through WhatsApp and phone calls, he couldn’t deny that he missed Helene, the elegant beauty from the upper echelons of society.
Moreover, Vista Verde was in Cloudar, not less than seventy miles from Sword Mountain, where the Star Gate was located.
So, Gilmore swifily replied.
[My dearest Helene, within ten days, I promise to fly to your side for a rendezvous and to rekindle our love stories.]
No sooner had he sent the message, then a reply popped up from Helene.
[Rolling eyes emoji‘ Who said anything about rekindling the love story? I called you to discuss the CBD project bid]
Gilmore was taken aback, thinking to himself, “I didn’t expect Helene to type so swiftly!”
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