Chapter 2440

Andrew said calmly, “Since when were titles and power reserved for noble blood? In the past, sure, the Divine Alchemists ruled everything. However, alchemy is the lifeline of every martial artist in the world, and though I’m just a ninth-grade supreme alchemist, I believe I can challenge them.”

He met her silence through the veil, a silence that stretched much longer than before.

After what felt like ages, Elaine finally spoke, her voice sounding uncertain. “Did you just say… you’re already a ninth-grade supreme alchemist?”

Andrew smiled. “As real as it gets. Otherwise, Ms. Theron, where do you think all those supreme elixirs came from?"

Elaine sighed. “Alright, I can’t find any reason not to believe you. I didn’t expect you to have such accomplishments in alchemy as well. I take back what I said earlier. You’re no longer the elegant young man from before, but your charm has only increased. And don’t think I’m being shallow. Men need absolute strength to back them up.”

Andrew maintained his composure. “So, Ms. Theron, will your family join the new force I’m organizing?”

Elaine laughed. “Of course. Only a fool would refuse an invitation from a supreme alchemist. And I’ve always prided myself on being smart. However, there is one condition: in the new force you’re organizing, our family must be in a controlling position."

Andrew smiled. “Ms. Theron, I’m returning your earlier words to you. You’re dreaming. If I let your family control the force I’m organizing, where would that leave my dignity? What would be the point?”

Elaine said in frustration, “I knew you wouldn’t take even the slightest loss. Fine, let’s leave it at that. Our family will participate. Soon enough, someone will come to coordinate with you.”

Andrew nodded. “In that case, I’ll take my leave.”

Elaine called out, “Wait. I have some news here that you might want to hear. Our dear Mr. Vazquez, the one who’s practically godlike, has a dog, a particularly vicious one. It’s always been the one doing the biting, but this time, someone caught it off guard and beat it bloody. I heard its strength dropped a level, and it’s seriously injured. Mr. Vazquez was furious, and now Chetvine is crawling with his people, hunting down whoever dared to provoke him.”

Her words carried a clear undertone, yet Andrew showed no reaction. He simply turned and walked away.

At the doorway, Uriel stood there with a blank expression.

“You were the one who attacked Jaden, right?” Uriel asked.

Andrew flashed a small smile. “Take a guess.”

Then, he walked off as if nothing had happened.

Uriel frowned and turned back inside.

The silk drapes slowly parted, and Elaine stepped out in a lavish gown fit for royalty. She looked to be around her mid-20s, so alluring and graceful that she could melt anyone’s resolve.

Every smile, every glance was the very picture of an incomparable beauty.

Elaine mumbled, “Uriel, what do you think? Was it Andrew who ambushed Jaden?”