Rising from the Ashes (Andrew and Lauren) novel Chapter 1335

Andrew simply chuckled.

At that moment, the loudspeaker crackled to life. "Now entering the arena—the Blumedale Hospital team!"

Immediately, led by Thomas, Andrew, Francesca, and Jared stepped onto the stage.

The Grand Medical Summit was being held in Blumedale's largest stadium. All four sides of the arena were packed with spectators, and a large platform, spacious enough for 50 competitors to battle it out, had been set up in the center.

Thunderous applause filled the air, echoing off the stadium walls.

Blumedale Hospital held a special place in the hearts of Gabo Creek province's residents, and their supporters were out in full force.

Someone said, "Look, that's Dr. Thomas Bozzelli, one of the top physicians at Blumedale Hospital. He's a respected expert in our province."

"Behind him is his star student, Dr. Jared Bridges. I've heard his skills are impressive."

Another chimed in, "And that beautiful, doll-faced woman beside them is Dr. Goddard's student. She's said to be quite talented too."

One asked, "Those three are famous enough, but who's that guy at the back? I've never seen him before."

Amid the roaring applause, whispers of curiosity and confusion rippled through the crowd as they noticed Andrew. Many had no idea who he was or what his abilities might be.

Meanwhile, Aspen sat with her family in the VIP stands. Thanks to the special seating arrangements Chantelle had secured through Andrew's connections, they had a perfect view of the arena.

Still nursing his bruised pride from the previous night's beating, Oscar leaned over with a sneer. "Aspen, it looks like Andrew isn't all that special. Hardly anyone in the crowd even recognizes him—all I hear are confused whispers."

Aspen replied calmly, "Andrew only arrived in Blumedale recently. It's normal that people don't know him yet. But that doesn't mean his medical skills are lacking."

Oscar snorted. "Well, we'll see. Let's just hope your 'badass' CEO can last more than a few rounds on stage."

Zephyr added, his tone thoughtful, "The Grand Medical Summit is the pinnacle of medical competition in Gabo Creek province. It's filled with geniuses and masters. If he can even last a few rounds, that's already an impressive feat."

Esther nodded with a smile. "That's true. Aspen, for him to be this young and already skilled in medicine—that's really something special."