Rising from the Ashes BY Only For You

Chapter 695 Andrew let out a cold laugh .

So , Raymonds dence comes from the Wright family ? Wrin Stephen gave a firm nod .

Exactly .

Without the familys backing , Raymond wouldnt even be qualified to shine your shoes , let alone set up the ridiculous Reckoning To Andrews eyes glinted with curiosity .

Mr.

Brunner , enlighten me what exactly is that supposed to mean ? Stephen straightened in his chair and explained , The Reckoning Toast is an old tradition in certain circles .

Its essentially a public apology disguised as a show of respect .

If two sides have a conflict but dont want an all out war , or if one side wants to back down without losing face , theyll arrange a Reckoning Toast .

Youd pour a glass of wine , offer it to Raymond , and apologize while acknowledging his supposed grievance .

He explained , If he takes the glass and drinks , it means he accepts the apology , and the matter is settled .

But if he refuses or smashes the glass , thats a declaration of war .

It means the conflict will only escalate from there .

Andrews lips curled into a faint , mocking smile .

And what do you think I should do , Mr.

Brunner ? Should I humor him with a drink or just ignore the whole thing ? Stephens smile turned awkward .

Well … given Raymonds ties to the Wright family , hes feeling pretty bold right now .

you want to avoid trouble and steer clear of a conflict with the capital , Id suggest going to the

a brow

a drink , and let this slide ?

not

, youre leagues above

deserve a second of

its never wise to provoke powerful

dont want you

had been quietly

Raymond has

going to apologize to

trashed because of his sons

, and frankly , he deserved

Stephen sighed , rubbing his temples

Ms.

saying ,

consider the bigger picture

who spent months at Dream Paradise with a different girl every night has already arrived

the damage ,

expression shifted , her brows knitting together

must be

that useless parasite

now ? Andrew leaned back and exhaled slowly ,

family , Raymond … I

worth my

gaze

going with our joint project ? Stephens