Yara's third uncle, Lennon Wright, followed up coldly, saying, "Andrew, who the hell do you think you are? The Wright family is one of the Five Apex Families, the leading family in Blumedale. You're just some nobody! Kevin may have tolerated you before, but now? There's no place for you here!"
Right now, aside from Yara, the most powerful members of the Wrights were Kevin's two brothers.
Though the two constantly schemed against each other in secret, Andrew's sudden appearance made them instantly join forces. Their intent was clear—they absolutely would not tolerate Andrew backing Yara's rise to power.
Andrew sat down casually and gave a cold smirk. "The Wrights are indeed one of the Five Apex Families, and sure, only people with real weight should be sitting in this hall. Perfect, because I honestly think there's nothing wrong with me sitting right here."
Isaac narrowed his eyes, a dark glint flashing through them. "Andrew, just because you've got a tiny bit of history with our family, don't think you can act like a big shot here.
"You want me to prove a point? With just one word, I'll have you dragged out of the Wright estate right now!"
Andrew looked at him calmly. "Go ahead. Try me."
Isaac exploded. "Tora! Throw him out! Now!"
Lennon joined in immediately. "Beat the hell out of him! Kevin used to show you respect back in the day, but now we sure as hell won't treat you like you matter!"
Tora remained motionless, standing stiffly in place with a tense expression on his face.
Isaac frowned and looked over at him, asking, "Tora, what's wrong with you?"
Tora looked up toward the ceiling and said, "I'm sorry, Mr. Isaac, but I can't do that. Mr. Lloyd didn't just save my life—he's also the sworn brother of Mr. Wright Senior. Throwing him out is something I dare not and cannot do!"
Isaac was incensed. "Tora, are you out of your damn mind? This guy shows up at our house at a time like this? He's obviously up to no good."
Tora snorted. "Whatever Mr. Lloyd's intentions are, I don't care! My duty is to protect the Wrights and follow the family head's orders! Mr. Isaac, you're not the head of the Wright family yet, so ordering me around seems a bit out of line, don't you think?"
Isaac froze, clenching his jaw, completely speechless.
Lennon jumped in to take a jab. "Isaac, look at you getting all bossy just because Kevin's not around. Already barking orders at the guards? What's the deal—decided you're the new head of the family?"
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