Rising from the Ashes (Andrew and Lauren)

Logan nodded and smiled. "Andrew's medical skills really are rare. Medicine is a deep and complex field, and among the younger generation in Blumedale, hardly anyone has any decent understanding of it.

"Even top talents like Joe Driscoll or Luna Phelan from the three major families are focused on martial arts. When it comes to healing, there's nothing to talk about."

George beamed. "What makes Andrew truly special is that he's not only exceptional in medicine, but his martial prowess is also extraordinary. Just the fact that he's survived the joint manhunt from two powerful families already tells me he's not to be underestimated."

Logan frowned. "There's a rumor going around that Andrew survived only because someone powerful is secretly protecting him."

George scoffed. "That's just idle gossip from nobodies parroting what they hear. If Andrew were weak, no amount of backing could keep him alive. Logan,

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Logan nodded respectfully. "Thank you for the wisdom, Father. I promise you—I'll never take Andrew's talents for granted."

George smiled knowingly. "What you're seeing right now is probably just the tip of the iceberg. I won't say too much, or it might cloud your judgment. Just remember one thing-don't let go of your bond with Andrew. That kid is a gift from heaven to our family."

Logan chuckled helplessly. "The thing is, Father, I've tried to connect with him more, but Andrew doesn't seem very interested."

George laughed heartily. "That's exactly why I had to shamelessly step in and make waves for you. As his sworn brother, you ran around on his behalf-risking your neck, confronting both the Goldings and the Haywoods, forcing them to back off.

"That's a huge favor. Whether he wants to accept it or not, he owes us now. And when the day comes that you're leading this family and you need help, I guarantee he won't be able to look the other way."

Logan nodded thoughtfully, deeply moved. Over the years, the Keller family's rise had relied entirely on George, the rock holding it all together. He knew better than anyone that his father was not easily impressed.

Yet, ever since Andrew entered the picture, George's entire attitude had shifted, like he had discovered a hidden treasure.

Nothing else had brought George this much joy in years. Not business growth, not political wins, not even crushing the other Apex Families.

And now, George was even working behind the scenes to build a closer bond between Logan and Andrew.

That was simply unheard of.

Usually, people were the ones trying to curry favor with the Keller family, not the other way around. But now? The Kellers were the ones making the first move, even going so far as to put themselves in Andrew's debt.

To some observers, this would definitely make the Kellers look like they were lowering themselves. It might even damage their image as one of the Five Apex Families, but George clearly did not care.

Logan understood why-it was all because of Andrew.

"Alright, now go," George said, waving him off. "Make sure to keep in touch with Andrew, and don't be shy-invite him over. And while. you're at it, find out if he has a girlfriend. If not, take your sisters along next time and let them meet him."

George waved a hand, but the warning was real.

Logan sighed. "Father, you've spoiled my sisters rotten. They've all set their sights

on heirs from the Driscolls or the Phelans. Andrew's from Jayrodale—I'm afraid they might not be interested."

He had put it as politely as he could, but the implication was clear: the girls probably saw Andrew as too lowborn.

George's tone turned cold. "Then make my intentions clear to them. If Andrew visits, they are to treat him with full courtesy-no attitude, no snobbery. And if anyone dares act out, they'll answer me personally."

Logan's heart skipped a beat. His father threatened them with family punishment, which was serious.

The favoritism toward Andrew was getting a little extreme.

Still, Logan did not dare argue. "Understood. I'll make sure they behave."

George nodded. "Off you go then. I still have to speak with Derek. He's a crafty one. He's been cagey about Andrew and won't tell me much. But that only confirms my suspicions.

"The more he hides, the more certain I am that he's been keeping Andrew under wraps on purpose. After all these years of being friends, I know exactly how that man thinks."