Rising from the Ashes (Andrew and Lauren) novel Chapter 124

Chapter 124 Rocco trembled as cold sweat ran down his body , realizing they had severely underestimated their opponent .

The other East Side thugs stood frozen , afraid that any sudden move might make Andrew hurt Juan .

Let Mr.

Madden go , and Ill put down my gun .

Deal ? Rocco slowly lowered his weapon , though a murderous glint flickered in his eyes .

Andrew smiled .

Thats better .

However , he quickly delivered another slap to Juans face .

Didnt he want me to try hitting him ? Well , how about one , two , three … He asked mockingly , How was that ? Satisfied now ? The pain was unbearable , and Juan sobbed , Yes , yes ! Please stop ! No more ! Ill die if you dont stop ! What more do you want ? Rocco shouted .

Ive surrendered .

But if anything happens to Mr.

Madden , youre dead ! + Andrew released Juan with a warning .

Get lost , but remember our deal you leave me alone after this .

As Juan stumbled toward him , Rocco rolled forward and snatched up his gun .

Let you go ? After what you did to Mr.

Madden ? You deserve to die a hundred times over ! Adrenaline surged through Rocco as he gripped the gun tightly .

He could already feel the satisfaction of regaining control and erasing this humiliation .

So , youre going back on your word ? Andrew frowned .

Rocco laughed maniacally .

Honor ? Preach it to the devil ! You might be tough , but everyones equal before a gun ! Juan , now protected by a few thugs , screamed in a raging fit , Kill him , Rocco ! Kill him now ! Rocco grinned wickedly .

Say goodbye , kid ! Suddenly , a soft whistle cut through the air , and silver needle appeared on Roccos forehead .

A tiny droplet of blood beaded around it , and Rocco fell backward with a thud .

Just like that , he was dead , his eyes wide open in disbelief .

Andrew stood over the body .