Rising from the Ashes (Andrew) novel Chapter 2824

The moment Andrew saw the old man, the elder opened his eyes, which were deep and unfathomable, and looked straight at him.

For a split second, Andrew felt as if lightning flashed across his vision. This old man was at least on the level of a martial god, and even though Andrew's martial strength had collapsed, his instincts still told him just how terrifying this elder truly was.

And even calling him a martial god felt conservative, because the man's presence instantly reminded Andrew of Guillermo, carrying that same mysterious and immeasurable weight.

The white-browed elder suddenly smiled and said, "Young man, you're quite extraordinary. Harmony Cavern has three trials, each harsher than the last. Only those who face their pain and trauma head-on and then rise from the ashes can make it through. If not, they'll drown in their inner torment and spend their entire lives haunted by their demons."

Andrew stared coldly. "Who are you?"

The old man chuckled. "You've already guessed it, so why bother asking?"

Andrew nodded once. "It's nice to meet you, Mr. Johnston. I'm Andrew Lloyd."

Luther laughed heartily. "I can tell you're holding a lot of resentment. Everyone else bows and trembles when they see me, but here you are, full of complaints. It seems Harmony Cavern dug up a lot of your buried pain, and now you're blaming Mount Lourneau… and me, too!"

Andrew said calmly, "I wouldn't dare. I came to Mount Lourneau to trouble you for help."

Luther sighed. "Now I understand why the organization values you so much and chose you as the next leader. For your mindset alone, and that unyielding will of yours… I must admit, I'm impressed. When I was your age, I wasn't even a tenth as resilient.

"You crossed all three emotional trials despite being in total despair, especially the last one; the fact that you endured it proves you have incredible perseverance. You're young, yet your will is unshakable. So maybe this method I'm about to offer really can pull you through this catastrophe. And if it works, you'll be free to soar anywhere."

Even someone as steady as Andrew could not help feeling a surge of excitement. "Please guide me, sir."

Luther stroked his beard and grinned. "Come on. Let's leave Harmony Cavern first. But I still have a few questions I need to confirm with you. Otherwise, I can't pass down what shouldn't be casually shared."