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Rising from the Ashes (Andrew and Lauren) Chapter 2758

Meanwhile, in one of the Lloyd family’s grand hotels in Chetvine, Andrew stood up from the center of the table with a glass of liquor in hand. “Everyone, let’s raise our glasses,” he said, his smile confident. He added, “I didn’t expect that after coming back to Chetvine, I’d be lucky enough to meet all of you. So let’s down this in one shot, and from today on, we’re all friends!” Isabelle cheered first. “Andrew, I don’t want to be your friend, I want to be your girlfriend, cheers!” As she shouted, she drank most of her glass of strong liquor in ‘one burning gulp.

Emir glared at her. “Belle, you’re supposed to be a lady. Who taught you to drink like that, and we’re in the Lloyd family’s hotel, so behave a little. You’re a girl from the Robertson family, so have some manners. And what do you mean by being Andrew’s girlfriend? He can dream on.” Even though he scolded her, he could not hide the grin on his face as he tipped back half his own drink. Mylo was even more straightforward. While everyone else only poured half a glass, he grabbed the liquor dispenser and filled —- his cup to the brim.

He clinked his glass against Andrew’s and said in a deep voice, ” Andrew, you and I need to fight one day. If you beat me, I’ll acknowledge you as a friend, but if you can’t, then sorry, you’re just another brat, not the Lloyd family’s Dragon Prince.” Andrew burst out laughing. “I thought you’d ask for something ridiculous, but if it’s just about whose fists hit harder, relax. I promise I’ll beat you so badly your own parents won’t recognize you.” Sheena, acting like the elder sister she was, pulled the others in.” Come on, Aspen, Natasha, Rowan, and Luna, let’s drink together.

But here’s the rule: either don’t drink this glass at all, or if you do, we’re sisters for life. I don’t do fake bonds, and if you drink, it means you’re willing to recognize me as your sister.” Aspen spoke up first. “I’l go. But I need to say something too, because it’s been killing me to hold it in, Can you please clean yourself up a bit? I’m begging you. You’re already crazy strong, but you’re still a girl, and how are you going to get married like this? I’m worried for you.” Everyone burst into laughter at that. Even the usually reserved Luna and Rowan could not help giggling.

Sheena scoffed. “I’m not like you guys. You’re getting married, but I’m the one doing the marrying. Why would I clean up? I’m —- going to be the backbone of the Lloyd royal family. Sure, Andrew will be the clan head, but I’m his senior. Do you think he won’t listen to me?” She shrugged. “When I take a liking to some guy, I’ll just bring him home. Andrew can’t object and will even have to help me arrange everything.” The others actually agreed. If Sheena wanted a man, plenty would line up willingly.

Andrew lifted his glass again and toasted with Devin from the Iron Sword Sect, along with two other young elites from Chetvine who had just arrived. They stood up almost too quickly and returned the toast, clearly overwhelmed. Andrew just laughed and pushed them gently back into their seats. He told them they did not have to be so formal. All of them here were top-tier talents trained by major factions in Chetvine, and anywhere else, they would be dominating. Yet before Andrew, their talent was nothing worth mentioning. Those proud geniuses had no choice but to act modestly.

After that, Andrew introduced Eric to the rest of the group. When they heard he was Jerome’s adopted son, the Robertson family members immediately toasted him first. The usually quiet Eric slowly began to smile in the lively —- atmosphere. After a few drinks, he talked a lot more than usual and acted nothing like the withdrawn person he used to be. He even chatted with people other than Andrew, which was unheard of. At another table, Brielle, Jerome, and several chiefs from the Lloyd royal family shared a meal.

Andrew had arranged this on purpose, allowing the older generation from the Robertson family to keep Jerome and Brielle company. From a distance, Jerome watched Eric gradually blend into the group under Andrew’s lead. He saw him laughing, chatting, and completely relaxed. Jerome nodded in satisfaction and told Brielle, “Eric has always been quiet. Even after he grew up, he hated talking to anyone. But ever since he followed Andy, his personality has become so much brighter.”