Rising from the Ashes (Andrew) novel Chapter 1355

Lauren and Aspen exchanged tense glances—both silently terrified that their conditions might cost Andrew the competition.

Andrew said, "Lauren, your pulse is strong and deep, with elevated metabolic rate—it could be adrenal overload or autoimmune flare-up."

"As for my little servant," he continued, "her pulse is weak, her blood flow is thin. She has probably lost a considerable amount of blood."

Without pausing, Andrew released the threads from his hands, letting them slip. The audience collectively gasped, their shock rippling through the hall.

Was he really so confident in his diagnosis that he did not even bother to confirm it with a second attempt?

After all, the Vein Whisperer technique allowed for two attempts—even if you made a mistake on the first, you still had a second chance to adjust. However, Andrew clearly did not think he needed it.

Clifford stared at him in silence, his wrinkled face twisted in surprise. For a long moment, he said nothing, and the crowd grew restless.

Tiana, Jameson, Malcolm, Derek, and Chantelle all leaned forward, their nerves tightening.

Could it be that Andrew had finally stumbled?

Quinton's mocking laughter echoed from the stands. "Karma! It's about time he got what he deserved!"

The audience's whispers grew louder, a wave of doubt spreading through the stands. Yet, Andrew just stood there, his gaze locked on Clifford, completely unfazed by the noise around him.

Finally, Andrew broke the tension, snapping, "Old man, just hurry up and announce the results! Dragging this out will make people think I'm not as skilled as I am."

Clifford ground his teeth, his fingers clenching at his sides. "I really underestimated you, boy. I didn't expect you to clear this round at all, but it looks like I was wrong."

With that single sentence, Clifford had confirmed that Andrew had passed the eighth round.

Thunderous applause erupted from every corner of the hall. Those who had been so sure of Andrew's failure felt their hearts race, caught off guard by the sudden twist.