Rising from the Ashes (Andrew) novel Chapter 2057

Inside a circular lounge, Andrew finally met the bar's boss, Jack Moss. He was a fat, middle-aged man with a bald head, beady eyes, and no beard. Every one of his thick fingers glittered with a ring: gold bands, stones, skull carvings, and more.

The tacky display screamed of excess, so much so that Andrew nearly laughed at the sight.

The two guards whispered quickly in Jack's ear, and he shoved away the woman draped across his lap and studied Andrew with sharp eyes.

"So, you're Mr. Andrew Lloyd of Gabo Creek?"

Andrew smiled politely. "That's right. I hope I'm not intruding."

Jack's fleshy face lit up with excitement. "Not at all. Having you in my humble place is an honor! Mr. Lloyd, you're incredible! Anyone who can fight his way out of Goldridge and crush that piece of shit leader from Hidden Dragon deserves my respect. I'm Jack Moss, also known as Big Jack."

The nickname 'Big Jack' caught Andrew off guard, but looking at the man's size, it fit too perfectly.

Holding back a smirk, he cut to the point. "Big Jack, I came this late to ask about something important."

Jack waved his jeweled hand grandly. "Mr. Lloyd, no need to be polite. Say the word, and I'll arrange anything for you."

Just as Andrew was about to ask about Shiloh, Eric stepped forward, cleared his throat, and deliberately blocked him. "Big Jack, you've got some nerve!"

Jack's rolls of flesh quivered as he frowned. "Mr. Lloyd, is this your underling? Hah, he's got a bit of swagger. Normally, I can't stand people showing off in front of me, but since he's with you, I'll let it slide."

Eric's face twisted in rage. "Big Jack, screw you! Are you blind? You don't recognize who I am?"

The insult cut deep. Being mistaken for Andrew's lackey was infuriating.

When he tried to look cool, he liked to face people with his profile. As a result, Jack did not recognize him.

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