Andrew was in his car when he dialed Tiana's number."Mrs. Rhodes, heads up! Quinton is snooping around your family's business!""What do you mean, snooping around?" Tiana asked, puzzled."Does your family have a piece of that legendary treasure map?" Andrew inquired.Tiana responded calmly, "Treasure map? I have no idea what you're talking about."Andrew chuckled. "Whether you're playing coy or you're genuinely in the dark, Mrs. Rhodes. Just know that I've given you the heads-up!"You and Mr. Rhodes should watch your backs and keep that map piece safe. Quinton's got some tricks up his sleeve!"With that, Andrew ended the call.Tiana was always careful, and feigning ignorance was her way of playing it safe.Andrew's goal, however, was to alert the Rhodes family to be cautious, not to express interest in their map fragment.With the message delivered, he did not waste more words.Night had fallen, and the Oak Apothecary was closed for the day.As Andrew parked, a small side

On the west side of the capital, there was a ritzy neighborhood where the real estate was worth a fortune.Mosby's swanky villa was nestled right there.With the Grand Medical Summit just around the corner, Mosby had been hustling like crazy, getting everything ready for the big event.Even with his medical skills being top-tier in the capital—a place brimming with talent—he was still cramming like there was no tomorrow to make sure he shone at the Summit.It was tough out there, even for a bigwig like him. He had to stay sharp, or the next hotshot would leave him in the dust.Take that pesky Andrew, for instance.The kid's medical mojo had Mosby all mixed up, forcing him to stay on his toes.Last time, Andrew actually managed to fix the Keller family head's energy corruption, stealing the spotlight and rewards that were meant for Mosby!Naturally, Mosby's got a serious grudge brewing.However, it also lit a fire under him."Hmph, I've gotta hand it to the kid, his skills are

"Andrew? What a plain name. He must be just as unremarkable, a total nobody."Carl popped his lips in contempt as he spoke.Mosby cautioned, "Carl, don't take him lightly! The kid's got some moves. Even the hit orders from two major families haven't touched him!"Carl scoffed, "Mr. Lake, let's not give the guy too much credit and knock ourselves down a peg. We both know exactly what went down! If the Kellers hadn't stepped in, Andrew would be six feet under by now."Mosby replied calmly, "You're not wrong. He's only alive because of the Keller family's protection! So when you strike, make it fast, precise, and deadly. And don't get caught!"Carl smirked, "Staying under the radar? That's not my style! However, dealing with the Kellers, that's a real headache! So, after I take out Andrew, I won't be leaving my calling card, 'Killed by Carl.'"Mosby's fists tightened with resolve, "Skip the theatrics! After you finish off Andrew, bring me the Bates family's lost map! That treasure I

"Don't worry, you'll be kicking yourself for not taking me seriously soon enough!"Andrew rolled his eyes. "So, are we doing this or what, you eyesore? If you're not up for it, I'm out. Got bigger fish to fry!"The grin on Carl's face slowly disappeared, and his eyes squinted in warning, "Listen, kid, don't get too cocky! I'm usually a chill guy! You can diss my healing hands or say I can't throw a punch to save my life! "However, if there's one thing off-limits, it's dissing my looks! I'm telling you, I'm as dashing as Henry Cavill himself! Your snide remarks? They cut deep, man."Andrew could not help but laugh, giving Mosby's ace another once-over."You're comparing yourself to Henry Cavill?" Andrew quizzed him.Carl arched an eyebrow, "You don't agree?"Andrew shook his head, "Dude, saying you look like Napoleon Bonaparte is giving you way too much credit. I'm about to drop a truth bomb, and it ain't gonna be music to your ears!"If I were your dad, I would've shoved you r

Daniel did not even pause to think. "Sorry, buddy, our dean's booked solid! If you're here for medical advice or whatever, Mr. Goddard's tied up for the next six months!"Andrew cracked a sly grin. "Busy man, huh? Booked for half a year?"Daniel scowled, not liking Andrew's grin one bit.Like he had done with some old guy earlier, he shooed Andrew with a flick of his wrist. "Scram, it's not like just anyone can see Mr. Goddard! If we let every Tom, Dick, and Harry in, Mr. Goddard would be run ragged, wouldn't he?"Andrew chuckled. "So what you're saying is, us regular Joes can't even get a meeting with Mr. Goddard now?"Daniel pushed up his glasses with a warning edge to his voice, "Sir, if you're here for a doctor's visit, then do the right thing and go sign in and wait your turn! And if you're not, stop making a scene, will you?"He had sent that old lady on her way with just a few words before!This kid, he was right there, saw the whole thing.Daniel thought, 'You know what