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Rising from the Ashes (Andrew and Lauren) Chapter 2652

Andrew turned around with a smile and said, “But aren’t you and Mr. Avila old acquaintances? And from the way it looked, the two of you seemed pretty close.” Jerome shook his head and replied, ‘We are old acquaintances. Back when I was the leader of the Southern Martial Union, Milo went out of his way to curry favor with me. But to say we have a good relationship? That would be stretching the truth.” Jerome continued, “Most importantly, he’s just an incompetent guy who can’t be trusted with anything serious.

And you’re not here at the Advanced Medical Institute just to watch the chaos, are you?” Andrew laughed loudly and said, “Mr. Thornton, have a seat. You really get me. I’m here for one thing only: to take the Institute’s alchemists.” Jerome froze for a moment, then nodded in understanding. “I see. Andy, you’ve got quite an appetite there. Right now, the Advanced Medical Institute is clearly done for. If we’re talking about what’s actually valuable here, there are only two things. “First, the seat as the director. Whoever controls that becomes a major power in the ancient sect world.

Second, the manpower, specifically, the large number of mid-grade alchemists. You’ve —- got a sharp eye, I’ll give you that.” Andrew nodded solemnly. “My goal here is to take away every alchemist I possibly can. But Mr. Thornton, you must know how difficult that’s going to be. This isn’t like buying merchandise where the highest bidder wins. As long as the Advanced Medical Institute still exists and hasn’t completely collapsed, these alchemists won’t be willing to leave their home.

“Second, even if the Institute does fall apart, the battle between Corbin and Koda will inevitably result in massive casualties. These fragile alchemists can’t withstand that kind of chaos. So what’s your take on this? Any advice you can share with me?” Jerome chuckled and shook his head with a wry smile. “Calling it ‘advice’ would be going too far. Andy, you’re one of the sharpest minds I know. I know my limits… I’m not about to try teaching you tricks. I’m sure you already have a decision and a plan of action.” Andrew smiled. “Well, I do have some ideas forming.

Milo’s useless, so I don’t want to waste my energy on him. I want to make contact with Koda and use him to gain control of the Advanced Medical Institute. “Then, in the end, I’ll either sideline Koda or eliminate him directly. After that, we’ll put a puppet leader in place. That way, everything in the Advanced Medical Institute will be right in the palm of our hands.” —- Jerome sat stunned for a long moment, then nodded with genuine admiration. “Bold move, and brilliant strategy too. I thought you might exploit the chaos or wait on the sidelines to reap the benefits.

I never imagined you would choose to ally with someone as dangerous as Koda.” He warned, “Koda is incredibly strong, standing at the peak of the martial saint level. Andy, that final step where you sideline or kill him is going to carry some serious risk.” Andrew’s expression remained calm. “Three days. I just need three more days, and I’ll be able to take down Koda single- handedly. Of course, if the situation changes, I’ll need you to lend me a hand, and with Eric joining us, the three of us together, even God himself couldn’t save Koda.” Jerome fell into silence.

After a long pause, he stared intently at Andrew, studying him carefully before asking, “Has your combat power already reached the level to match that of a martial emperor?”