Rising from the Ashes (Andrew and Lauren) novel Chapter 2553

The day of Sheena's departure finally arrived. She was going alone, leaving Chetvine and traveling thousands of miles east to Swordhaven Keep in Holtrien.

"I should send a team with you."

The head of the Lloyd family's assassination operations department turned out to be a short, stocky man. Despite his small stature, his strength was formidable. He had reached the second level of martial emperor, and he went by the nickname "the Leopard."

This man possessed incredible explosive power, making him a force to be reckoned with. Even back when all of the Lloyd family's various operations divisions were under Reginald's command, he had been one of their most capable and powerful fighters.

Sheena shook her head. "Uncle Alan, after I leave, I'm putting you in charge of the Lloyd family's morning training sessions. Don't worry. I know what I'm doing when it comes to Swordhaven Keep."

His name was Alan Garland, a pretty ordinary name by any standard. However, the nickname "the Leopard" was anything but ordinary.

Over the years in Chetvine, the Lloyd family's fearsome reputation had been built largely on Alan's efforts. After all, the two best fighters and most aggressive members, Andrew and Reginald, had already left the Lloyd family.

"I still don't feel comfortable with you going alone," Alan said, his face etched with worry. "You're the future of the Lloyd family. I honestly don't know what Patriarch Donovan is thinking."

Sheena smiled warmly. "Uncle Alan, you really don't need to worry so much. Grandpa and I have already discussed everything thoroughly. This is a path I ultimately have to walk on my own."

Alan fell silent for a moment before speaking again with clear resentment in his voice. "What about that kid? He's been back for quite a while now, so shouldn't his anger have cooled off by now? You're his senior, so no matter what, he should accompany you on this dangerous journey."

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