Diverging Intentions Among the Parties

Although Irving had already agreed to collaborate with Elder Seville. 

It was clear to both parties that this cooperation was merely a reluctant alliance. In reality, each side harbored the desire to completely eliminate the other.

However, the current situation made it impractical for either side to outright sever ties.

"I'm willing to work with you, but I need you to clarify what exactly your next steps are going to be. You can't possibly expect to keep holding Donald and Sophia hostage and maintain this standoff with us indefinitely, can you? Do you really think that by doing so, you will uncover the so-called treasure of the Smith family? Moreover, after the event of the Chaotic Forces, I believe there are no more treasures of the Smith family left for you to find."

Irving directly addressed Elder Seville.

Irving's words were both a pressure tactic aimed at Elder Seville and an explanation to his own comrades about the events that had unfolded.