Rising from the Ashes (Andrew and Lauren) novel Chapter 1018

From that day forward, Mosby imagined he could ride the waves of influence across Gabo Creek, and maybe even all of southern Holtrien—just by mastering that miraculous acupuncture technique.

Just then, a calm voice broke through the tension. "Dr. Lake, I suggest you show some respect."

Luna had quietly appeared and spoke coldly. "Andrew saved my grandfather's life. And my grandfather personally told me to look after him from now on while he's in the capital."

Mosby gave an awkward chuckle. "Well, if Ms. Luna says so, I won't give this young man any trouble."

Nonetheless, he was already secretly scheming. The moment he got the chance, he would have Andrew captured and tortured until he coughed up everything he knew about the Ninefold Needles.

Luna gave a curt nod, then turned to Andrew. "Come with me. The Phelan family has a reward for you."

When it came to rewards, Andrew was not planning to be polite. The Phelan family was one of the most powerful in the region, and if their inner vaults held any rare medicinal herbs, he definitely wanted in.

Once they reached a quieter corner, Andrew asked plainly, "Let's talk here. Ms. Luna, what exactly does this reward include?"

Luna glanced back at him, a flicker of sarcasm flashing across her face. "Funny… I thought you were too noble to care about rewards from the Phelan family."

Andrew shook his head. "It's not about the reward. What I want is a rightful compensation. I treated Mr. Phelan Senior and saved his life. It's only fair that I receive something in return."

Luna let out a faint scoff. "Don't worry. You'll get credit for what you did. Just say it—what do you want? Money? Property? Jewelry? Or maybe women?"

She listed off the most tempting worldly pleasures like they were nothing more than catalog options.