Rising from the Ashes (Andrew and Lauren) novel Chapter 1246

"Andrew? What a plain name. He must be just as unremarkable, a total nobody."

Carl popped his lips in contempt as he spoke.

Mosby cautioned, "Carl, don't take him lightly! The kid's got some moves. Even the hit orders from two major families haven't touched him!"

Carl scoffed, "Mr. Lake, let's not give the guy too much credit and knock ourselves down a peg. We both know exactly what went down! If the Kellers hadn't stepped in, Andrew would be six feet under by now."

Mosby replied calmly, "You're not wrong. He's only alive because of the Keller family's protection! So when you strike, make it fast, precise, and deadly. And don't get caught!"

Carl smirked, "Staying under the radar? That's not my style! However, dealing with the Kellers, that's a real headache! So, after I take out Andrew, I won't be leaving my calling card, 'Killed by Carl.'"

Mosby's fists tightened with resolve, "Skip the theatrics! After you finish off Andrew, bring me the Bates family's lost map! That treasure I've been dreaming of will be one step closer!

"And once I unlock this legendary treasure from The Alien Throne… Then here in the capital, it won't just be the Five Apex Families. It'll be six, with us on top, hahaha…"

In the still of the night, Mosby's wild laughter echoed through the villa.

Carl's grin turned dark, "Don't worry, Mr. Lake. The night's still young. Tomorrow's the day Andrew meets his maker! After my latest round of studies, I've leveled up in more than just medicine!

"When it comes to martial arts, I could even go toe-to-toe with Xavier, the guy who barely beat me last time. I'm Carl, and I'm pretty sure I can match him now, maybe even outdo him…"

Mosby was beaming with pride, nodding over and over, "You're my star student, the one with the most potential, the one who reminds me of my younger self!

"I have faith in you, you've got this!"

Carl gave a sly grin, "No, Mr. Lake, I think I'm even better than you were in your heyday!"