Rising from the Ashes (Andrew) novel Chapter 2651

Milo clapped, his eyes lighting up with approval. "Excellent! That's exactly what I've been waiting to hear! Right now, my fellow elders, who are my seniors and juniors, are discussing how to first eliminate the forces the Owens family has inserted into this mess. With your family's elite troops joining us, our chances just got a whole lot better.

Andrew's heart stirred.

He asked casually, "Mr. Avila, I've heard that the Advanced Medical Institute is currently split into two factions. One side is with the Grand Elder, backed by the Owens family. The other side supports Koda Dawson, the previous director's first disciple. So which side are you on? Or rather, which side do you support?"

The moment those words left his mouth, Milo's expression turned sour. He was clearly displeased. Beneath his irritation, there was a hint of resentment mixed with envy.

Jerome smiled and chimed in, "Milo, Mr. Lloyd is new here and doesn't know the situation yet, so don't take it personally. Mr. Lloyd, let me explain this to you. Yes, the Advanced Medical Institute is currently caught in a heated battle between these two factions. But Milo isn't the type to jump on anyone's bandwagon."

He explained, "His principles, his conscience, and his loyalty to the Institute's founding ancestors have led him to refuse both sides. Instead, he's established himself as the leader of a third faction. Milo's goal is to eliminate both Koda, that traitorous bastard, and the Grand Elder's corrupt alliance with the Owens family!"

Milo looked very pleased as he declared firmly, "Exactly, Mr. Lloyd, that's exactly how I see things. Koda, that bastard, murdered our previous director. And Corbin, the Grand Elder? None of us ever imagined he'd have designs on becoming head of the Institute himself. Once Lorenzo got his hooks into him, he completely lost his way."

Milo continued, "Even though I'm only the Sixth Elder of the Advanced Medical Institute and don't have much power, I still aim to protect the Institute's legacy. My goal is to wipe out the people trying to ruin it.

Andrew chuckled as he asked, "So if you end up winning in the end, that means you'll lead the institute, right?"

Milo glared at him. "Nonsense. I only want to uphold justice and stop these schemers, and I never coveted the position."

Andrew simply stared at him without responding.

After showing off for a bit, Milo cleared his throat and lowered his voice. "Of course, we can't just sacrifice ourselves for nothing. So rest assured, Mr. Lloyd. Once both of these factions are dealt with, if I manage to rise to, say, the Deputy Director or something like that, you and Jerome will be the first ones I credit for their contributions."

Andrew could not help but frown because he knew time was running out.

The moonlight over the Advanced Medical Institute shone brightly, bathing the entire valley in a silvery white glow. From his vantage point, Andrew gazed down at the Institute's grounds, which looked like a peaceful sanctuary, radiating tranquility and harmony.

Suddenly, a soft knocking came from the door.

Andrew still stood by the window, not turning around as he said with a smile, "Mr. Thornton, you're here."

Jerome's voice came from behind him. "Andy, circumstances forced me to play along with you earlier. Now I'd like to have a proper conversation with you about our next move. I don't think Milo is our best option. If we bet everything on him, we'll lose it all."