Andrew said seriously, "Mr. Thornton, don't be discouraged. This kind of thing depends on timing. When the time comes, everything falls into place naturally. If I hadn't experienced life and death in the Outlands, I wouldn't have been able to reach my current strength so quickly either."

Jerome nodded. "Thank you for the insight."

Andrew looked back at Eric, puzzled. "What's with the swelling on your face? As far as I know, Mr. Thornton has never been willing to lay a hand on you, right?"

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