2025-02-14 00:51:37His eyes skimmed over the phone in his hand. It had been ringing shrilly for quite some time. He was seating in a Rolls-Royce headed to the VIP ward.
He didn’t want to answer, but she didn’t let up. Finally, he sighed and picked up.
"What is it, Emily?" Benjamin's deep voice sailed through the phone.
Emily frowned when she heard the tone. It was too calm and indifferent. He did not even act as though he had done anything wrong.
"Where are you, Benjamin? How did you get your hands on the Dragon's Eye?" She asked in a panicking tone.
"What do you think?" He asked her back.
“Did you steal it or rob it?” Emily’s voice turned to be serious. “Listen, you need to turn yourself in and explain to the proper authority.”
“I didn’t steal it, Emily,” Benjamin said flatly. “I have nothing to confess.”
Emily couldn’t hide her disbelief.
“You don’t have to lie to me! We’ve been together for 3 years. I’ve never seen you wear a decent watch, much less own something as rare as that. Do you realize how much it’s worth? Ten point five million dollars!”
Benjamin blinked back a sharp retort. He could hear the disappointment in her voice.
He knew she’d never believe him.
"That ring is worth more than everything you’ve ever had, Benjamin. How do you explain that?!” Emily continued pushing, “ If this turns out to be true, I won’t be able to save you from the legal consequences. You understand that, right?”
"If you believe that I stole it, Emily, you can call the police. Don’t bother me with it."
Benjamin ended the call without waiting for a response.
Emily stared at her phone, astonished. Her mouth hung open as she gripped it tightly in her hand, the coldness of his words sinking in. He’d even hung up on her.
Marcus, who had heard everything, saw an opportunity to win Emily's favor.
"I told you, he is a beast. That man has no shame at all." He smirked, stepping closer.
Emily turned to face him. "He insisted that he didn’t steal it.” She muttered, more to herself than to him.
“That’s exactly what a thief would say,” Marcus said smoothly, “How asshole of him to drag you into this mess.”
Emily let out a sigh. It hurt her more than she expected how indifferent Benjamin had acted towards her.
"At least you didn’t accept the ring. Avoided making a mistake. That’s a relief." Marcus added.
“Anyway,” Emily cleared her throat, changing the topic, “The fundraiser is coming up soon. There’s still a lot to prepare for.”
“That’s right,” Marcus said, sounding eager. “Have you thought of a solid plan for the event, like we discussed?”
Celine walked up to them and placed her hand on Emily's shoulder.
"“Thought of? That’s all Emily’s been doing this week. She’s already got a strategy in place. She will secure a major real estate deal. If this fundraiser goes well, we’ll not only boost the project, but we’ll also bring in future deals and investors.”
Marcus let out an exaggerated compliment.
“That’s fantastic! You’ve got my full support, just like I promised.”
"Thank you so much, Marcus. We appreciate everything you’ve done for us." She smiled at him genuinely. A glint flashed in Marcus' eyes as he watched her.
Meanwhile, a beautiful young woman sat behind the wheel of the Rolls-Royce. She was driving Benjamin to the hospital. Her name was Amanda.
She came from a wealthy family, always dressed impeccably.
If anyone else had been present, they would have been shocked to see the high-born lady driving a car herself.
Amanda Williams, Timothy William’s younger daughter.
The Family Williams is synonymous with wealth in this city. For decades, they ran a vast multinational corporation.
She watched Benjamin through the rearview mirror as he put down his phone.
“We’re almost at the hospital,” she said, breaking the silence. “Father insisted I come get you. He said it was urgent.”
"Thank you, Amanda. But you didn't have to." Benjamin replied coolly.
"Of course. I can tell you are in a bad mood today. Listen, if you want, I could simply bankrupt Strat corporations. You know, it is not that hard." She asked smugly.
A smile flashed across Benjamin's lips. The girl had always been fond of him right from the start.
She always had a crude way of talking, and she was always ready to defend anyone she loved and cared about.
Amanda had no idea who Benjamin really was.
She always thought he was just an ordinary man who had saved her father.
Okay, maybe she didn’t see him as dirt-poor like Emily did.
But she was completely in the dark about his true identity.
Her father had made sure not to let even a hint of it slip.
Still, none of that changed how she treated Benjamin—with genuine warmth and sincerity.
“Don’t worry about it,” Benjamin said, “We’re already separated. No need for revenge.”
Amanda glanced at him through the mirror, then clicked her tongue.
“What a shame. I was ready to show those idiots exactly who you are,” she grinned.
Benjamin just shook his head. “You should act a bit more refined, you know that?”
She merely glanced up at him knowingly and smiled. The car pulled up to the NYC hospital. Amanda helped him inside, using her ID to get through the security.
They were met by a team of bodyguards.
“Miss Amanda, we’ve been expecting you,” the head of security said with a nod.
"Where is my father? He said his friend is in this hospital." She asked him when suddenly, somebody shouted,
"Help! We need emergency medical attention here!"
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Chapter 79
The morning sun filtered gently through the curtains of the hospital room. It was a soft kind of light, one that didn't hurt the eyes, just warm enough to bring a small smile. Benjamin sat quietly by the window, gazing outside at the blooming flowers and listening to the distant sounds of birds.They were finally home. Not just home as in a building or a place, but home in the way that meant safety. After everything they had gone through, dangerous traps, ancient riddles, and betrayal, they had made it back. And now, Benjamin held the last of the five treasures in his hands. It glowed faintly, as if it knew the journey was over.He turned his gaze toward the hospital bed. His mother lay there, peaceful but still. For years, her sickness had held her in a quiet prison. No medicine had worked. No doctors had been able to help. But the treasures, those ancient, powerful artifacts, had shown him something new. A way to save her.Timothy and Amanda stood at the doorway, silent, watching B
Chapter 78
The long journey home had begun.The sky above was streaked with gold and soft pink. The sun had started its descent, casting a warm, gentle glow over the battered group of travelers. Benjamin sat in the back of the convoy, his eyes heavy, his heart heavier.He had won.The Architect had fallen. The threat that had haunted the world from the shadows was no more. But Benjamin didn’t feel the rush of triumph. Instead, there was a deep silence inside him, one that words couldn’t fill.He reached into his satchel and ran his fingers over the small silver pieces, symbols of the seven treasures. Together, they had unlocked his ancestral power. They had revealed secrets and saved lives. They had brought healing. They had brought pain. They had come with a cost.And the cost had a name. DariusDarius had been Benjamin’s closest ally. The one who never backed down. The one who always cracked a joke, even when things were dark. The one who stood between Benjamin and certain death during the fin
Chapter 77
The sky was dark, filled with thick, swirling clouds. The air felt heavy, like something big was about to happen. Benjamin Moore stood at the edge of the ancient stone platform, the seven treasures glowing around him. Each one hummed with energy, pulsing like a heartbeat. His team, Amanda, Timothy, and Darius, stood behind him, tense and quiet.In front of them was the final barrier. A massive stone gate that had no hinges, no handles, just smooth, ancient markings. Benjamin placed his hand on it.The moment his skin touched the stone, all seven treasures lifted into the air on their own. They spun around him, faster and faster, until a golden light shot from the center and struck the gate.With a loud rumble, the gate cracked down the middle and opened. Behind it stood a man. Tall, wearing a dark robe embroidered with ancient symbols. His eyes were glowing faintly. It was him, the Architect."So," the Architect said, his voice calm, "you made it."Benjamin didn’t move. He could feel
Chapter 76
The dust had barely settled from their final trial when Benjamin stood at the center of the old stone chamber, Treasure 7 in his hand. His fingers trembled, not from fear or exhaustion, but from awe. This was it. The last piece. The one that would bring everything together.Amanda, Timothy, and Darius stood behind him, each of them bruised, tired, and wide-eyed. No one spoke. The chamber, hidden beneath the ruins of a forgotten city, seemed to breathe with them. Every crack in the walls hummed with ancient energy.Benjamin looked down at the treasure. It was smaller than he’d expected, a simple disc, flat and gold, with intricate symbols etched across its face. It glowed faintly, like it had a heartbeat.He slowly stepped forward to the platform in the middle of the chamber, where the other six treasures had been placed. Each one rested in its own slot, forming a perfect circle. This last piece would complete the pattern.Amanda placed her hand on Benjamin’s shoulder. "You ready?"He
Chapter 75
The air was thick with tension. Benjamin Moore stood at the edge of a towering structure built into the side of a cliff. Before them was the path to Treasure 7. But this wasn’t just any hidden prize; this was the last true key. And the Architect had made sure it would not be easy to get.Benjamin turned to face Amanda, Timothy, and Darius. Their faces were grim, their bodies already weary from all they had been through. But their eyes, especially Benjamin’s eyes, burned with a steady fire."This is it," Benjamin said. "The Architect’s final line of defense."They had found the entrance hidden behind a waterfall, using a puzzle only Benjamin could solve because of a memory his father once whispered to him in a dream. Now, the team stood at the threshold of what the Architect called "The Trials of Worth."Amanda stepped forward. "Let’s go together. No one faces this alone."The door creaked open, revealing a long corridor with metal, stone, and symbols glowing faintly. The moment they s
Chapter 74
Benjamin and his team had just managed to escape yet another trap, their clothes torn, their faces smudged with dirt and sweat. The desert air was dry and hot, the sun beating down on them without mercy. Amanda sipped slowly from her canteen while Timothy and Darius scanned the horizon. Everyone was silent, too exhausted to speak.Then, Benjamin's radio crackled."Benjamin Moore."It wasn’t a familiar voice. It was low, almost like a whisper in his ear, but there was something powerful about it. Something that made the hairs on the back of his neck stand up. The team all turned to him."Who is that?" Amanda asked, stepping closer.Benjamin raised the radio. "Who are you?"The voice chuckled softly. "The one who’s been watching since the beginning. The one who set everything in motion. I am the Architect."Timothy frowned. "Is this a trick?""No," Benjamin said quietly. "This is real."The voice continued. "You’ve come so far, Benjamin. Found the treasures. Untangled the past. But you
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