Rising from the Ashes (Andrew) novel Chapter 2918

Andrew laughed heartily. For once, he looked a bit embarrassed. "Actually, he really didn't need to go to all this trouble."

Franz waved his hand. "Andrew, Reginald has been drifting overseas all these years. There's much I won't tell you, as I'm afraid he'll blame me. But he has gotten old. You understand what I mean… Not that he's aged in years, but he has been through too much and has weathered too many storms."

He added, "Right now, you're the only family he has left in this world. You might laugh at me, but I've never seen Reginald as happy as he is today, not in all these recent years."

At these words, Andrew fell silent.

The other Dragonfang members all turned to look at him, their eyes showing different expressions. Some were complicated, some cold, and some openly hostile.

Franz said with a bitter smile, "They've all been loyal, following Reginald for years, including Nyx. Andrew, I hope you understand that while their attitude toward you isn't great, these people all have real skills; they're all fighters who've faced life and death alongside Reginald. You've just arrived, not understanding many situations."

The scarred woman said coldly, "Franz, you don't need to explain so much to him. He's Mr. Lloyd Senior's son, so we should show him respect. But strength is the only criterion that earns our respect. Everything else? Sorry, we don't care. We are people who live with death at our heels."

She continued, "Mr. Lloyd Senior is strong, so we're willing to die for him. But this kid still needs time to prove himself. Besides, strength is just one aspect of what makes someone great. Seeing him value this kid so much just pisses us off.

"He's already tired enough; the responsibility on his shoulders is about to crush him. I really don't understand why he puts so much thought into this brat. He's not a child anymore, he's a man. As a man, he should rely on himself."

Franz frowned. "Juno, say less. You don't know Andrew enough just yet. His talent and ability are beyond question."

The bald giant on the sofa suddenly stood up, grinning wickedly. "Is that so? Why don't you let me spar with him?"

Franz shook his head. "Now's not the time."

The big bald guy scoffed. "I can beat the crap out of him anytime."

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