Rising from the Ashes (Andrew) novel Chapter 2607

As they moved quickly, Luna spoke to Andrew, her voice low and urgent. "Andrew, the people following us aren't just from Swordhaven Keep. There are other factions mixed in with them."

Andrew replied calmly, "Alfredo would never let us leave. What's happening now is just for show. As long as we're still in the Eastern Regions, he'll make sure Sheena and I die."

Valerie looked shocked. "But didn't he just agree to let you go?"

Andrew scoffed. "Words mean nothing. A man like Alfredo never allows anyone to defy him. He might smile on the surface, but deep down, the only way he feels his pride is intact is when he kills those who cross him."

Valerie cursed angrily. "That bastard! If this wasn't the Eastern Regions, I'd love to see who'd still fear him."

Luna cut in, her tone sharp. "Enough. We just need to get out of Swordhaven Keep's territory first. Once we reach the outer regions, Alfredo's reach won't be as strong, and we'll have a better chance."

However, Andrew suddenly stopped and shoved Sheena into Luna's arms.

Luna instinctively caught her, startled. "What are you doing?"

Andrew spoke quickly. "Take Sheena and go. The three of you should leave together. Alfredo's targets are the Godslayer and me. Everything I did before has already put me on his kill list. He won't rest until I'm dead. He doesn't tolerate being defiled. So if we split up, you'll have a better chance of getting away."

Luna shook her head hard. "No! I'm not leaving you behind!"

Valerie yelled too. "Andrew, this is insane! If you go alone, you'll die for sure!"

Andrew roared, "Enough! Do as I say! It's the only plan that makes sense right now. Protect Sheena's life, and I'll owe you both one. When we make it back to Chetvine, I'll repay the favor. Alfredo is a martial god. In the entire Eastern Regions, his word carries absolute power. If we stay together, it's over. Onyx and Ivory alone could crush us. But if I draw their attention, our odds increase."

Luna spoke quietly beside her. "Andrew, you accidentally touched her, fine. But you've kissed me, squeezed me, and grabbed me more than once. My chest, my butt, my waist… You've taken advantage of everything but the last step. So don't forget, I came first."

From a distance, Andrew laughed. "I'll remember that, Ms. Phelan. Next time, we'll explore that topic more deeply."

Luna's face flushed, her eyes flashing between embarrassment and irritation.

Valerie gave her a side glance and snorted. "You really have to compete with me on everything, huh? You're ahead, fine! But Luna, you weren't like this before. Is it really worth it?"

Luna tightened her grip on Sheena and started moving again without looking back.

"You're not scared, so why should I be? I like Andrew, and that's the truth. One day, I'll be his woman. So what's the big deal about a little touching?"