Rising from the Ashes (Andrew) novel Chapter 2234

Philip clenched his teeth hard, his frustration evident. "Conrad will eventually be destroyed by his own arrogance, suspicion, and competitive nature. Is it really so difficult to admit he's not as good as Andrew?

"Unfortunately, he'll never be able to do that. He's always trapped in his own delusions, creating problems where none exist. Honestly, I'm more than happy to watch this continue unfolding. The principle I teach my students comes down to two words: iron discipline.

"If they can't awaken and grow through trials, then I'll let them suffer in torment until they die. Better that than having them disgrace my reputation."

Luna didn't dare say another word, her mind in complete chaos.

First, she was terrified of Philip's rage. Despite her proud nature and habit of looking down on everyone except those at the very top, the general before her was absolutely the person she feared most.

No matter how arrogant she was, she was not sure she would ever have a chance to surpass him in this lifetime.

Second, Luna realized with a shock how much of a stranger she was to herself. She had made wild assumptions and judgments about Andrew's past without understanding him at all. She had even mentally blacklisted him, thinking she had misjudged his character.

But in the end, she was the fool. It tore her apart because she would never have made such a mistake before.

Philip said, "This is the fundamental difference between Conrad and Andrew. Now listen carefully to the real truth. It's nothing like what you and Conrad imagined, not even close.

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