Rising from the Ashes BY Only For You

Chapter 2038

---- Chapter 2038 Jasper had the kind of face that looked agreeable from every angle, always smiling like the perfect good-natured gentleman. In powerful families, people like him were the most welcomed, since they could handle matters inside and outside without ever being a thorn in anyone's side. Lucian, however, was the opposite. His massive frame and bulging muscles strained against his suit, and his presence was overwhelming, even larger than Henry's. His sharp eyes gleamed like a predator's, though his voice came out surprisingly calm. "An honor, Mr. Lloyd.

I've heard of you for a long time, but I never had the chance to meet you. Now that I see you, it's clear you're a young hero. At your age, I wasn't even a tenth of what you are." Andrew replied flatly. "Mr. Fischer, you flatter me. I'm just an ordinary man." Lucian nodded. "Henry has mentioned you often. He said you're amazing in both wit and courage, and that even in desperate straits, you show incredible willpower and boldness. "What's more, you're fearless, unmatched in martial skill, leaving your enemies seething, helpless, and nearly on their deathbeds.

to the talent in the Fischer family, I fall far short." Lucian's expression remained unchanged as he replied calmly," Whether you fall short or not isn't decided by words,

he wishes to spar, I'll gladly welcome it. Back in Goldridge, things weren't exactly pleasant between us anyway." Lucian nodded once. "Don't worry, Mr. Lloyd. I'm sure we'll have that chance." His words carried a direct challenge, but he did not bother to hide it. He ignored Derek and Jasper, grabbed a drink, and

smile. "Mr. Lloyd, don't take it to heart. The Fischer family is all rough warriors with low emotional intelligence... They're all the same." Andrew shrugged. "No worries, Mr. Phelan. I won't read into it. In fact, I almost

rise. Some will celebrate, some will resent it, but there's no reason for you to trouble yourself with what others think. Let's just enjoy our own success." Andrew lifted his glass with a grin. "Well said, Governor McCormick." Derek cleared his throat, and Jasper, understanding the cue, politely excused himself. Once no one else lingered nearby, Derek sighed with a wry