Rising from the Ashes (Andrew and Lauren) novel Chapter 1184

Logan nodded and smiled. "Andrew's medical skills really are rare. Medicine is a deep and complex field, and among the younger generation in Blumedale, hardly anyone has any decent understanding of it.

"Even top talents like Joe Driscoll or Luna Phelan from the three major families are focused on martial arts. When it comes to healing, there's nothing to talk about."

George beamed. "What makes Andrew truly special is that he's not only exceptional in medicine, but his martial prowess is also extraordinary. Just the fact that he's survived the joint manhunt from two powerful families already tells me he's not to be underestimated."

Logan frowned. "There's a rumor going around that Andrew survived only because someone powerful is secretly protecting him."

George scoffed. "That's just idle gossip from nobodies parroting what they hear. If Andrew were weak, no amount of backing could keep him alive. Logan, remember this—life throws us many challenges, but there's one hurdle you must learn to clear: you have to be willing to acknowledge when someone else is better than you."

Logan nodded respectfully. "Thank you for the wisdom, Father. I promise you—I'll never take Andrew's talents for granted."

George smiled knowingly. "What you're seeing right now is probably just the tip of the iceberg. I won't say too much, or it might cloud your judgment. Just remember one thing—don't let go of your bond with Andrew. That kid is a gift from heaven to our family."

Logan chuckled helplessly. "The thing is, Father, I've tried to connect with him more, but Andrew doesn't seem very interested."

George laughed heartily. "That's exactly why I had to shamelessly step in and make waves for you. As his sworn brother, you ran around on his behalf—risking your neck, confronting both the Goldings and the Haywoods, forcing them to back off.

"That's a huge favor. Whether he wants to accept it or not, he owes us now. And when the day comes that you're leading this family and you need help, I guarantee he won't be able to look the other way."

Logan nodded thoughtfully, deeply moved. Over the years, the Keller family's rise had relied entirely on George, the rock holding it all together. He knew better than anyone that his father was not easily impressed.

Yet, ever since Andrew entered the picture, George's entire attitude had shifted, like he had discovered a hidden treasure.

Nothing else had brought George this much joy in years. Not business growth, not political wins, not even crushing the other Apex Families.

And now, George was even working behind the scenes to build a closer bond between Logan and Andrew.