Rising from the Ashes (Andrew) novel Chapter 2669

Koda's expression instantly darkened. "I already knew the Owens family came with overwhelming force and wouldn't be easy to deal with, but I never expected that the pathetic Mr. Owens Senior would be so formidable. It's also shocking that Mikayla has the same combat power as me."

Milo seized the opportunity and scoffed. "So now you understand how much it benefits you that I came. If it weren't for me taking pity on you, you probably wouldn't even realize how Mr. Easton plans to play you to death."

Koda snorted. "Fine, I'll choose to believe what you're saying for now, but I know Mr. Easton's martial abilities. Although we're both high-level martial saints, when it comes to actual combat, he's absolutely no match for me. He's old and well past his prime, while I'm in my element. With my greatsword, Savage Dragon, I can definitely take his life within three exchanges."

He continued, "The main thing is, Corbin has hidden tricks, but I'm no brainless brute either. Do you think I haven't prepared anything myself?"

Under everyone's watchful eyes, Koda deliberately paused for effect. Then, looking triumphant, he pulled out a small bottle from his chest.

Opening the cap, he immediately poured out a black pill.

Milo stared intently at the pill, licking his lips with greed. "That's actually a Bloodburst Pill! It can instantly ignite a martial artist's blood essence and boost their strength by three levels. This ninth-grade supreme elixir is incredibly rare… Koda, you got this from Mr. Livingston, didn't you?"

Koda flashed a cold, arrogant smirk. "Of course. That old bastard was holding this very pill, looking at it from every angle, completely entranced by it. Right when he was focused with his attention completely absorbed, my greatsword split his skull open from behind."

Andrew felt a surge of disgust as he watched Koda brag about killing Quentin. The man was already dead, yet Koda still used the story like some twisted badge of honor.

Koda gripped his greatsword tightly, his gaze fixed on the blade. "The Bloodburst Pill is my final trump card. If even this doesn't work, then there's nothing more I can do; it'll just be fate."

Milo grew agitated. "What kind of attitude is that? How about you give me the Bloodburst Pill, and then we combine our forces. Tomorrow, we won't even bother with the duel against Mr. Easton; we'll just swarm him and destroy them all."

Koda smirked. "The crap in my outhouse is still fresh. If you're that desperate, go help yourself. I'll even throw in a free bowl and spoon."

The insult cut deep, and Milo was seething. He wanted nothing more than to wipe that smug look off Koda's face for good. However, a cold fear of Koda's savage reputation kept him locked in his seat, where he could do nothing but sit and stew in his rage.