Chapter 186  Jerry immediately refused, “I’m sorry, but I wont do something that risky. Andrew is obviously very close to Ms. Rhodes. If I harm him she’ll never forgive me. I work for the Rhodes family to secure my future, not to be your hitman.”  Then, Jerry disappeared into the woods, ignoring Michael’s furious expression.  “Bane, since Jerry is too scared, why don’t you take care of that guy yourself? Eliminate him before he causes more problems!” Michael suggested.  Bane’s face darkened with uncertainty as he replied, “We can’t rush this… One wrong move, and we lose everything. We now know Tracia was killed by at least a junior grandmaster–level fighter, and that person might be backing Andrew. If that’s the case, moving against him carelessly would only bring us trouble.”  Michael was frustrated by how his sure victory had turned into a complete defeat, and he shouted, “Bane, are you afraid of that worthless pretty boy too?”  Bane scoffed. “Don’t be ridiculous! I’ve dominated Gabo Creek’s martial arts world for decades  I fear no one, especially not in a small town like Jayrodale. Let’s wait until we get back to town before making our next move.”  Michael desperately wanted to confront Andrew immediately, but he lacked the necessary strength himself. Hence, he had to rely on people like Bane and Jerry, who were too wise to take unnecessary risks without absolute certainty.  Back in Jayrodale, Lauren had dragged Andrew to Oakridge Club.  Andrew protested helplessly, “Ms. Rhodes, you don’t really have to do this to thank me.”  Lauren ignored his protests, keeping her arm linked with his while pressing close, seemingly unconcerned about their physical contact. “Dr. Lloyd, don’t be shy. I have to thank you properly–you’ve helped me so much.”  e, why  Seeing there was no escape, Andrew gave up and asked, “Even if you want to thank me, bring me here? This place is Weller family territory, isn’t it?”  Lauren smiled, her ponytail swaying, “Dr. Lloyd, I’m about to buy over Oakridge Club. As my thank you gift, you’ll be its new owner.”  “For me? Would the Weller family be alright with it?” Andrew asked, surprised. He knew the Oakridge Club was a famous and profitable high–end establishment in Jayrodale, owned by Harvey.  “The Weller family is drowning in debt,” Lauren explained. “They’re having to sell assets just to stay afloat. With the Rhodes family doing so well, it’s the perfect time to make a move and get a good deal.“.  1/2  Andrew understood immediately–Harvey’s falle investments had become the final straw for the Weller family’s financial struggles. The once nighty family had been reduced to selling off their properties.  Inside the Oakridge Club, the former grandeur had faded to dim lighting. Francesca and Lauren’s assistant, Eunice, were waiting for them  “Are the Weller family representatives here?” Lauren asked Eunice,  Eunice looked uncomfortable and replied, “Yes, but Miss, it’s not just their representative who came…”  Lauren was unbothered. “Who else? That good–for–nothing Harvey?”  Francesca cut in, “Lauren, you should be careful. Not only is Harvey here, but Mr. Weller  Senior, the head of the Weller family, has also come.”