Rising from the Ashes (Andrew) novel Chapter 2009

"Maurice, it's been years since I came to Gabo Creek, and it seems your family's standing has slipped," a teasing voice called from outside the study. "Heh, when any random nobody dares storm your base, maybe the Driscoll family really isn't what it used to be."

Maurice's eyes narrowed sharply as he turned toward the voice. Whoever dared to mock the Driscolls so openly had guts.

However, when he saw who it was, the killing intent in his gaze vanished. He gave a cold snort and said flatly, "Barnaby, what are you doing here?"

The newcomer was short and stocky, his skin weathered like a farmer's. Nonetheless, those who knew his true identity understood how dangerous he really was.

Barnaby Hale, Director of Chetvine Special Ops, nicknamed the Crazy Barnaby, a devil who moved in the shadows.

He said, "Nothing much, just checking in. Maurice, you can handle this, right?"

Maurice's mouth twitched. "Barnaby, you underestimate the Driscoll family. Just watch… You'll see a massacre."

Barnaby shrugged. "Sounds like small-time stuff. Honestly, I'm not interested. I came to Blumedale mainly for Derek, and to deal with the man who dared to disrespect Special Ops."

Maurice's cold snort was almost a growl. "That man is Andrew Lloyd, the one going head-to-head with the Driscoll family. You'll see him soon enough."

Barnaby smirked. "Maurice, if your family can kill him outright, that would save me the trouble. I prefer not to waste time catching someone and going through trial procedures. When someone disrespects Special Ops, my usual method is to kill them."

Maurice frowned, then nodded. "Understood. This is Derek's turf. If you take him out directly, it'd break protocol."

Barnaby chuckled. "Exactly. My men will stand by and wait for the Driscoll family to finish the job. Of course, if something happens to your family, I wouldn't mind lending a hand… Just say the word."

Maurice sneered. "Don't worry. The sky could fall, and the Driscoll family still wouldn't go down on my watch."

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