Rising from the Ashes (Andrew) novel Chapter 2657

Corbin looked over coldly and snorted, "I've never claimed to be the Director. Mr. Livingston's passing grieves me more than anyone else. And it's exactly because of that grief that seeing traitors like you splitting the Advanced Medical Institute apart fills me with outrage.

"Today, I'm stepping forward to take charge of this situation to honor Mr. Livingston's memory. We cannot let the Institute fall apart just because he's gone. We have to show him that the Institute is still thriving and still one of the great forces in the martial world."

These words immediately drew cheers of approval.

"Well said!"

"The Grand Elder is right. We must let Mr. Livingston rest in peace. Crush the traitors and protect the Grand Elder!!"

The disciples supporting Corbin immediately raised their arms and shouted, their faces flushed with excitement.

Andrew shook his head from within the crowd, knowing these disciples had no real significance. Whether Corbin or Koda won, the benefits would never reach them. They were nothing but expendable foot soldiers who were getting fired up over a battle that would only kill them first.

Just then, a loud series of slams echoed through the hall. Both Corbin and Koda snapped their gaze toward the sound.

Jerome leaned in close and muttered to Andrew, "Andy, we should step back. Milo's about to make a fool of himself."

Andrew noticed it too. Milo had chosen the worst possible moment to draw attention to himself. Even if Corbin and Koda wanted to kill each other, they would probably join forces just to eliminate him first.

So Andrew did not hesitate and followed Jerome to the back of the crowd.

The hall erupted instantly, and several disciples even burst out laughing.

Milo's face turned bright red as he shook with anger, pointing at Koda while stammering, "K-Koda, you…"

Quinn hurried over and whispered, "Dad, please stop. If you try to take charge now, you're basically asking to be killed."

However, Milo roared, "Bullshit! Do you really think I have no leverage? Corbin and Koda aren't the only powerhouses in the Institute anymore. I can stand shoulder to shoulder with them now!"

Corbin sighed and said calmly, "Milo, you must be drunk. Sit down. We have serious matters to discuss, and we don't intend to stoop to your level."