Rising from the Ashes (Andrew) novel Chapter 3314

The smile finally disappeared from Monty's face as he said coldly, "He wouldn't dare!"

Yet his heart skipped hard in his chest. He knew exactly how powerful Thunder Sect's defensive formation had been, and the fact that Andrew had broken it still felt unbelievable.

That kind of strength was simply monstrous.

Monty's tone quickly softened. "Mr. Bowen, since you came to Umbral Peak Sect, I assume you're here because survival is at stake. In that case, why don't we join forces and deal with Andrew together?"

Julius replied calmly, "That is exactly why I came. But from what I just saw, the Umbral Peak Sect didn't seem too interested. I was even thinking that if you weren't willing, I would simply leave."

Monty quickly laughed. "Mr. Bowen, what are you saying? Umbral Peak Sect certainly welcomes you!"

Then, he ordered his men, "Someone, bring out the finest food and wine. I'll host a proper welcome feast for Mr. Bowen!"

Before the disciples could prepare anything, another disciple rushed into the cave and announced loudly, "Mr. Reyes, we have visitors."

Both Monty's and Julius's expressions changed. "Could it be Andrew? Did they catch up already? How could they be this fast?"

Both men felt a jolt of alarm.

Monty asked darkly, "How many came? Is Andrew with them?"

The disciple shook his head. "There's no one named Andrew. They claim to be from the military. Their leader is General Clarence Burnham from the military."

Monty immediately breathed a sigh of relief.

He looked at Julius and asked, "Mr. Bowen, what do you think the military wants at a time like this?"

Monty's eyes narrowed instantly.

Clarence's words were polite, yet he had laid out his demands clearly and left no room to dodge. If Monty had rejected him outright, it would have meant openly disrespecting the military.

Umbral Peak Sect might be one of the Eight Ancient Sects, but it was impossible to disregard the military just like that.

Monty's expression darkened, and he instinctively glanced at Julius.

Clarence noticed Julius at that moment and smiled. "You must be the renowned Julius Bowen, head of the Divine Alchemists. It's an honor to meet you. Since you're here, I'll deliver General Turman's message as well. Please, lead the Divine Alchemists' disciples to fight off our foreign enemies. The people of Holtrien will be eternally grateful!"

Julius scoffed. "General, you're very smooth with words, and very clever too. Everything you say is perfectly crafted to make refusal impossible. But I do whatever I please. You can bring up General Turman or even God Almighty himself. I have absolutely no interest in Holtrien's current war!"