“Uncle, don’t misunderstand me. I just want to get a general understanding,” Tyler Bailey said, taking a sip of tea.
He had just returned to the Institute last night when Matthew Lawrence briefed him about Billy and the others. When he first heard that Billy’s potential surpassed even Harleen and Ivy, his immediate reaction was to keep Billy at the Institute at all costs. With Billy’s demonstrated potential, there was no one else in the entire Akabuchi star domain, except for the unparalleled genius at Akabuchi Star Palace, who could compare.
Most importantly, if they could keep Billy at the Institute, Harleen, Ivy, and the other dozen young people would stay as well. This would be a tremendous asset for the Institute. However, once he calmed down, he found himself in a dilemma.
For some time, he had been investigating the top Ten Sacred Objects and had confirmed that the treasure within Billy ranked among the top three. He knew very well that the higher the rank, the greater the danger. According to his information, not only were people from the Akabuchi star domain after this treasure, but forces from other star domains had also heard about it. This meant that Billy’s future opponents would become increasingly formidable. If the Institute wanted to keep him, they had to be prepared to face strong enemies.
To put it bluntly, keeping one talented genius could potentially jeopardize the entire Institute. This was clearly not something he wanted to see. On the other hand, if the Institute did not take in Billy, Harleen and Ivy would likely leave as well, which would be a significant loss for the Institute. Thus, it was a difficult decision.
“You think I don’t know even if you don’t say it?” Elder Xavier glanced at Tyler Bailey. “That kid has one of the top Ten Sacred Objects on him. The entire Akabuchi star domain knows about it now, right? What are you and Spencer Bailey planning? Are you going to kick him and those two girls out, or keep them all? Or are you eyeing that treasure in his body?”
“Uncle, you’re joking. The Institute has never intended to go after that treasure,” Tyler Bailey said with a slight twitch of his lips.
“Good, because I wouldn’t forgive you if you did!” Elder Xavier took another sip of tea.
Tyler Bailey paused before continuing. “Uncle, many powerful forces are after Mr Billy’s treasure. I’m worried…”
“So what? Kick him out?” Elder Xavier interrupted. “Since when did Canyon View Institute become so timid?”
“Uncle, it’s not about being timid!” Tyler Bailey took a deep breath before continuing. “If it were just forces like Holy Heaven Sect and Savage Demon Tribe, the Institute wouldn’t hesitate. But according to our information, it’s far more than that. Even Akabuchi Star Palace and other high-level civilizations are interested…”
“I understand!” Elder Xavier interrupted again. “When they come out of Sword Hill, I’ll take them back to Canyon View City myself and won’t trouble you anymore!”
“Uncle, you’ve already taken them to Sword Hill?” Tyler Bailey was slightly taken aback.
“What, I don’t even have the right to take people to Sword Hill now?” Elder Xavier glanced at him.
“Uncle, you’re overthinking it!” Tyler Bailey responded. “I just think it’s a bit early. What if…”
“What if what?” Elder Xavier responded. “What if they leave Canyon View City and we end up doing someone else’s dirty work?”
Before Tyler Bailey could respond, Elder Xavier continued sternly, “You all think too much about returns before doing anything!”
“Uncle, I…” Tyler Bailey’s face turned slightly grim.
“Enough! Don’t worry about that kid; I’ll handle it!” Elder Xavier said as he stood up. “You should think about how to explain this to those two girls!”
With that, he walked out of the room.
Watching Elder Xavier’s back, Tyler Bailey let out a heavy sigh and then headed towards another palace.
Inside sat another elder who bore a six or seven-point resemblance to Tyler Bailey. This was Spencer Bailey, the head of Canyon View Institute.
“Spencer,” Tyler Bailey greeted him.
“Uncle left?” Spencer Bailey pointed to a chair.
“Yes,” Tyler Bailey nodded as he sat down.
“What did he say?” Spencer Bailey asked.
“Pretty much what you expected,” Tyler Bailey described Elder Xavier’s words.
“As expected, that’s Uncle’s character,” Spencer Bailey nodded. “I just didn’t expect him to take them to Sword Hill so soon. It seems Uncle has high hopes for these young people.”
“Spencer, I heard Miss Knight’s husband is skilled with blades,” Tyler Bailey continued. “Do you think Uncle will let him try that slash?”
“It’s possible,” Spencer Bailey nodded thoughtfully.
“Sword Hill should close in four or five days, right?” Tyler Bailey asked.
“About that,” Spencer Bailey nodded.
“In five days, Uncle will likely let that kid try that slash. Keep an eye on it and report back to me,” Spencer Bailey instructed.
“What do you mean?” Tyler Bailey asked.
“If he can truly master that slash, he is indeed an extraordinary genius,” Spencer Bailey responded calmly.
“But that thing on him…” Tyler Bailey understood his boss’s meaning.
“Uncle is right; we often overthink things and become overly cautious,” Spencer Bailey responded. “Besides, even without his matter, the Akabuchi star domain won’t remain peaceful for long.”
“But…” Tyler Bailey began again.
“The incident from a few days ago still seems complicated to me. Investigate further,” Spencer Bailey interrupted.
“You mean when that kid was captured?” Tyler Bailey asked.
“Yes,” Spencer Bailey nodded again. “Also, verify where Princeton Lopez and Maison Compton have gone.”
“Understood,” Tyler Bailey nodded.
“When will Harleen and Ivy come out of seclusion?” Spencer Bailey asked again.
“If everything goes smoothly, in eight or nine days,” Tyler Bailey responded.
“Arrange for them to see me immediately after they come out. Don’t let them meet Billy first,” Spencer Bailey instructed.
“Boss, that kid has caused quite a stir these past few days. I’m worried they’ll hear about him quickly once they’re out,” Tyler Bailey said after a slight pause.
“That’s why they should see me first,” Spencer Bailey responded.
“Understood,” Tyler Bailey nodded.
“When is Catherine coming back?” Spencer Bailey asked again.
“If nothing unexpected happens, within these few days,” Tyler Bailey responded.
“When she returns, have her come see me,” Spencer Bailey said again.
“You want to understand the Foreman family’s situation?” Tyler Bailey asked.
“Yes,” Spencer Bailey nodded. “The Foreman family’s stance cannot be ignored.”
“Understood,” Tyler Bailey nodded and then spoke again. “Boss, Noah Knapp has been acting restless lately. I’m worried there might be trouble. Should we…”