Harlan looked completely trapped, not knowing what to say.

Just then, a faint cough came from behind him as Roman finally walked in. He did have an air of mystical wisdom about him, but the black mole at the corner of his mouth and the single long hair sticking out of it ruined his entire image.

Instead, he looked magnanimous at first glance but sleazy and venomous underneath.

"Hello, I am Roman Lawrence. Nice to meet you both," he said with a friendly smile.

Valerie replied flatly, "Mr. Lawrence, you finally decided to show yourself. We came here asking for Mount Lourneau's help, so whatever terms you require, just name them."

Roman gave a modest laugh. "Ms. Reyes, you're joking. Mount Lourneau is a respected sect in the martial world, and when we help others, we do it out of goodwill, not for profit."

Valerie nodded. "That's good to hear. Then please, save Andrew!"

Roman's gaze immediately fell on Andrew, and Andrew looked back at him.

That calm gaze inexplicably made Roman'