Rising from the Ashes (Andrew) novel Chapter 2659

Andrew looked at her calmly and said, "Ms. Avila, I think you're mistaken. Mr. Avila didn't need me to step in back then. He was just arguing with the Grand Elder for a couple of minutes, and you already expected me to jump in. So where were you during all that?"

Quinn froze for a second, then snapped back with even more anger. "You're not a man at all. You dare ask me where I was when my dad trusted you so much that he even told me to get close to you. I didn't expect you to be such a useless disappointment."

She turned as if to leave. "I'm going back to tell my dad he absolutely shouldn't trust you."

Before she could storm off, Milo approached with a group of people. His expression still looked sour, but his tone stayed polite as he said, "Mr. Lloyd, what happened earlier wasn't your fault. You're still unfamiliar with the dynamics inside the Advanced Medical Institute, but moving forward, I plan to speak with Corbin and Koda privately."

He continued, "If things don't work out, then we'll have to fight. When that happens, I'm counting on you to back me up."

Andrew gave a light smile. "No problem. Although I must say, Ms. Avila has quite a personality. She just shredded me like I was a punching bag."

Milo's face darkened as he barked, "Quinn, get over here and apologize to Mr. Lloyd. He's my honored guest, and your attitude was unacceptable."

Quinn scoffed. "To me, he's just a coward. Instead of relying on him, Dad, you should listen to me and team up with the Grand Elder first. Take down Koda, then figure out the rest."

Milo snapped, "You know nothing. That's foolish thinking. Corbin is arrogant to the bone. Do you think I haven't talked to him? He doesn't even take me seriously. If Mr. Livingston and Mr. Lloyd weren't here, I wouldn't even have a seat at the table right now."

Quinn shot Andrew a disdainful glare. "I don't care. Dad, I still think you should team up with the Grand Elder first, get your footing, then move. Outsiders will always be outsiders. Some people look impressive but are completely hollow inside."

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