Chapter 464

Francesca said, "Please take me to the patient. I have other matters to attend to after this treatment."

Though Rodney’s face darkened, he did not dare show any attitude. He replied, "Dr. Aicker, please follow me."

Francesca gestured to Andrew and introduced him. "This is our deputy chief, Dr. Lloyd."

Rodney nodded quickly and greeted, "Dr. Lloyd."

Inwardly, his thoughts raced with confusion as he wondered just how many titles Andrew held.

Andrew chuckled. "Fran, go ahead and handle the patient. I need to speak with Mr. Sanford here."

Francesca agreed. "Alright, wait for me."

Then, she followed one of the Madblade Martial Academy members into the main hall.

Andrew scanned the remaining students and staff, including Dean, before speaking flatly, "Those not involved, get out."

The students departed without protest, while Dean bowed deferentially. "I’ll take my leave. Mr. Lloyd, please call if you need anything!"

Once alone, Andrew asked, "Why did Aspen and Christina come to your academy?"

Rodney replied with displeasure, "Andrew, we’ve been more than accommodating. We even let you take back the 60 million. But with all these people around, don’t push it too far. I’m still the heir here, and I have my pride."

Andrew smiled in agreement. "Ah yes, I almost forgot–you’re Madblade Martial Academy’s heir, so pride is important."

Without warning, he struck Rodney across the head and asked with a smile, "How’s that?"

Rodney stumbled, nearly falling. Though furious, he could only endure it. "Andrew, you’re going too far. Madblade Martial Academy isn’t necessarily afraid of you."

"Answer my questions," Andrew replied with contempt. "I know what you’re thinking–that your father will come after me, right?"

He grabbed Rodney’s hair and continued coldly, "But have you considered I could end you before he even arrives? Now, are you ready to answer my questions?"

Rodney swallowed hard, fear evident in his eyes. "Fine, I’ll tell you," he complied quickly. "They came here for money. Aspen lost a billion in the Northern District and came to see Dean."

Andrew had already guessed Aspen’s motives, but he pressed further and asked, "Did you return the money?"

Rodney scoffed. "Return it? Impossible. That bitch barged into my academy demanding money with such arrogance. Not only did I refuse to pay, but I gave her a free full-body massage she won’t forget!"

"Aren’t you afraid of retaliation from the Bridgefields’ Stevens family?" Andrew raised an eyebrow.

Rodney laughed dismissively. "Andrew, don’t underestimate Madblade Martial Academy. You’re the only wildcard that’s ever given us trouble."

He continued with a sneer, "The Bridgefields’ Stevens family? We’re not afraid of them!"

Andrew nodded thoughtfully. While the Bridgefields’ Stevens family held status among the elite families, they were not exceptional.

Madblade Martial Academy’s strength lay in their martial prowess, and in a direct confrontation, the Stevens family would likely come out worse.