Rising from the Ashes (Andrew and Lauren) novel Chapter 209

Chapter 209 As Lauren turned to look at Andrew , she quickly caught the eye of several onlookers .

Yes , theres a small item Im interested in , Andrew replied with a smile .

Is it a medicinal herb , Andrew ? Francesca asked , and Andrew nodded ..

Yes , a Celestial Nymphaea .

Francesca thoughtfully explained , The Celestial Nymphaea is a premium medicinal herb , highly valued by medical experts and serious collectors .

Though in Jayrodale , unlike metropolises like Chetvine , there probably wont be many interested bidders you should get it easily .

Just as she finished speaking , the host , Elsie Santana , pulled back a red cloth downstairs , revealing a perfectly preserved Celestial Nymphaea .

She announced , Distinguished guests , tonights item is quite special .

Its not a priceless jewel or a masters artwork , but rather a professionally authenticated medicinal herb thats at least 500 years old truly a rare find that interested parties shouldnt miss .

Despite Elsies enthusiastic presentation and perfect smile , the response was lukewarm .

Clearly , the wealthy audience either did not understand or needed such herbs .

Stop wasting time ! Whatsso special about some dried plant ? Its just worthless grass , someone shouted from the crowd .

Yeah , show us the good stuff ! Who needs medicinal herbs these days ? Were not practicing martial arts here ! Ms.

Santana , instead of going on about this useless herb , why dont you hike up that gorgeous dress of yours ? Give us all something worthwhile to admire ! More crude comments followed , causing widespread laughter as the crowd hoped to catch a glimpse of more of Elsies beauty .

Disgusting pigs ! Francesca muttered angrily , her face twisted in disgust .

Lauren , however , found amusement in the situation .

With a mischievous glint in her eye , she leaned closer to Andrew , her voice teasing .

Dr.

Lloyd , are you curious about what lies beneath Ms.

Santanas dress ? Andrew cleared his throat awkwardly .

Lloyd , Fran seems jealous ! Lauren chuckled .

Should we invite her to join our fun ? Before Andrew could respond , Francesca yelped as though Laurens suggestion had burned .

her .

She scooted farther away and huffed , I would never ! You two are shameless ! Meanwhile , Elsies blushing response to the crowds teasing had the young heirs and aging executives alike worked into a frenzy .

Andrew had to admit she knew her craft she had skillfully turned the lukewarm reception of the Celestial Nymphaea into an energetic atmosphere .

A womans beauty , when wielded properly , could indeed be a powerful tool .