Rising from the Ashes (Andrew) novel Chapter 2067

Soon after, Riker arrived at the villa with several of the Hidden Dragons' best fighters.

"Mr. Fischer, you sent for me?" Riker asked, bowing respectfully.

Henry's voice was cold. "It's time to make a move. I want you to capture one of the Blues' leaders and bring him to me. I have a use for him."

Riker frowned. "But Mr. Fischer, once we strike, it means we're openly at war with the Blues. That's not wise."

Henry gave a harsh snort. "To hell with being wise. Right now, I only care about finding the saintess. Do it. Whatever happens afterward, I'll take full responsibility."

"Understood, Mr. Fischer," Riker said quickly before withdrawing.

Just as he left, someone else walked straight into the villa.

Henry turned, and his eyes lit up in surprise. "Eric, you've come back to me?"

Eric's gaze was complicated. "Mr. Fischer, I came to tell you that from now on, there will be nothing between us."

The joy on Henry's face drained away, replaced by a cold smile. "Nothing between us? So you're set on being a free bird, flying away and never returning, is that it?"

Eric shook his head. "I've thought a lot these past days. What we had was just a partnership. Beyond that, there is nothing else. I don't owe you, and you don't owe me. That's all. So I'll take my leave."

He turned to go, but Henry blurred across the room, blocking the door. "Stop! I still have something to say!"

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