Rising from the Ashes BY Only For You

Chapter 2039

---- Chapter 2039 Andrew said calmly, "But the fighting won't spill into Blumedale here in Gabo Creek. I'll go to Chetvine, or elsewhere if needed, and settle these grudges myself." Derek looked guilty. "It's not that I'm afraid, but the families in Chetvine are not ordinary enemies. If things explode there, I won't be able to help you much." Andrew gave a sincere smile. "Regardless, Governor McCormick, I'm grateful for all your support during this time." Derek chuckled. "Truth be told, I've admired your father, the great Mr. Reginald Lloyd, for years.

He probably never knew me, but I've always respected him deeply. "If you don't mind, just call me Derek... Itl make us closer. Of course, maybe I'm just being shameless and taking advantage, so if you're unwilling, let's call it a joke." Andrew laughed. "Governor McCormick, you're far too humble. Alright, I'm glad to call you by your name." Derek's face lit up, and he could not resist clapping Andrew on the shoulder. "Outstanding! You're the most impressive young man I've ever met. When I studied in Chetvine, Mr. Lloyd Senior was just as much a legend.

quickly turned away, pretending to admire the room instead. Derek noticed and said, "Andrew, there's your chance. From what I know, Elle

at your photos and finds excuses to visit you. But she's thin-skinned and disciplined, so I never mentioned it. Still, 'm certain she likes you. If you feel the same, Andrew, you should take it. You have my full support." Andrew hesitated, suppressing a grin. "Derek, what if I told you that there's a chance Ms. Garcia and I are already together?" Derek blinked. "Together? What do you mean by that?" Andrew saw he truly did not know, so he leaned in. "I'm not hiding it from you, Derek. Chantelle and I are already a

then stared wide-eyed. "Y-You've already slept ---- together? I didn't know a thing! Young people these days sure move fast!" He turned to look at Chantelle, his expression like that of a protective father realizing his precious daughter had been