Rising from the Ashes (Andrew) novel Chapter 2033

At this point, looking across Blumedale, Andrew had already taken off."

The Haywoods were filled with gloom from top to bottom.

Xavier remained silent for a long time, his face dark with frustration. If even the Driscolls had been wiped out, then what chance did the Haywoods have against Andrew?

To press on blindly would only lead them to the same fate.

Aidan let out a heavy sigh. "That's it, it's all over now. Xavier, you'll go in person to congratulate Mr. Lloyd. And take our family's gift with you. Make sure the gesture carries weight."

Xavier's voice shook with anger. "But Father, what about the grudges, the humiliation he put on the Haywoods. Are we just going to let that go?"

Aidan answered calmly. "What choice do you think we have? Right now, not just us, even the Phelans and the Fischers probably couldn't do anything to him. The wise adapt to the times. For the sake of our family, swallow the past and act like it never happened."

Xavier's lips trembled. "I-I can't accept this! I refuse to believe he can stay powerful forever. The Haywoods…"

Aidan interrupted him before he could continue, "Save it! Don't underestimate someone because he's young. Xavier, you're already 30. How many second acts do you think you get?

"Then you hit my age, and the line becomes 'the best revenge is living well'. You know what they tell you after that doesn't work? 'Focus on your health', and then finally... 'Rest in Peace'."

The words hit Xavier like lightning, leaving him stunned. "Dad, how can you raise others up while crushing our own spirit?"

Aidan's tone softened with gravity. "Xavier, I just don't want you to throw your life away. Go, mend the relationship… Whether you have to cling shamelessly or fake sincerity, just do it. The Goldings already did… Richard and Elon are a lot smarter than we are."

Xavier replied weakly, "Fine, I'll go show my face. But if you expect the Haywoods to become his lapdogs, that's absolutely impossible."

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