Rising from the Ashes BY Only For You Novel

Chapter 694 She told me everything , Lauren said with a sly smile .

She was really happy about what you supposedly did to her .

But if she finds out it never actually happened , shell definitely feel disappointed .

Andrews eyes narrowed in suspicion .

Hold on a second .

The way youre talking … it almost sounds like youre trying to sell me off to your best friend .

You wouldnt actually do that … would you ? Lauren burst into laughter .

Wouldnt ? I already did ! Frans all yours whenever you want .

I wont mind .

But , she added with a teasing grin , you better make sure you treat us both equally .

No playing favorites ! Andrew slammed on the brakes in front of Glorious Pharmaceuticals and turned to Lauren .

Glad youre both having fun … but has anyone thought about what this will de to my health ? Lauren doubled over , laughing so hard she nearly choked .

Andrew sat there for a moment , sighing with a mixture of amusement and dread .

He wondered if he was really supposed to take responsibility for Francesca too .

The thought weighed heavily on him .

It was not like he was oblivious to her feelings he had sensed her growing affection for a while now .

Nonetheless , despite their chemistry , they had never crossed that final line .

Now , with Lauren practically pushing them together , it seemed inevitable .

Still , Andrew was not one to force things .

Some moments were better left to unfold naturally .

Mr.

Lloyd ! Ms.

Rhodes ! Welcome , welcome ! Stephen himself appeared at the entrance , personally coming to greet them .

His tone was polite , but his expression was strained .

Andrew and Lauren got out of the car , waving off the formalities .

Mr.

Brunner , no need to be so courteous .

Lets get straight to the point , Andrew said as they headed inside .

Upstairs , Stephen instructed someone to prepare tea while he sat down across from them , flashing an uneasy smile .

Mr.

Lloyd , heres the situation , Stephen began , clearing his throat .

Im somewhat of an acquaintance with Raymond Chapman , the owner of Dream Paradise .noveldrama

His club got trashed the other night … which , from what I understand , was because he crossed you .

Honestly , he brought it on himself .

But Raymond isnt taking it well , Stephen added with a grimace .

He contacted me earlier and said hes planning to come after you .

Andrew arched a brow .

Come after me ? Id love to hear what exactly he thinks hes going to do .

Stephen let out a cold laugh .

This Raymond likes to throw his weight around because of his connections with the provincial government .

I tried to talk him down , but hes stubborn .

Hes demanding that you go to the Jayrodale Grand Hotel for what hes calling a Reckoning Toast .

Apparently , he wants you to accept three symbolic strikes and pay compensation for the damages to Dream Paradise .

He added , Otherwise , he says hell get the Wright family from the state capital involved … and theyll officially declare war on you .

Andrew leaned back , his expression calm .

The Wright family from the capital ? Never heard of them .

What makes them so special ? Chapter 694 Before Stephen could respond , Lauren chimed in , her voice suddenly serious .

The Wright family from Blumedale ? Theyre one of the most influential households in the capital .

They have a private security force and connections across various industries .

Theyre just a step below the Driscoll family .

But if were talking about power here in Jayrodale , she continued with a meaningful glance at Andrew , the Wrights could easily overpower the Weller family , the Aickers , and even my own Rhodes family .

Stephen nodded in agreement .

Exactly .

The Wright family has resources and influence that run deep .

And Raymond ? Hes a master at cozying up to people with power .

One of the Wright familys young heirs spent three months partying at Dream Paradise , Stephen continued with a grimace .

Word is , the guy slept with every top hostess there , one after another .

By the time he left , he was so satisfied with Raymonds … hospitality … that he promised to support him in any way he could .

Since then , Raymonds been sending regular tribute to the Wright family .

And now he thinks that makes him untouchable .