Rising from the Ashes (Andrew and Lauren) novel Chapter 25

Chapter 25 Andrews straightforwardness made Francesca scoff .

She mocked , You didnt even bot greet me first ? Youre so unsophisticated .

Despite her annoyance , she slid an elegant box across the table to Andrew .

He opened it , confirming the presence of a twisted root nestled on silk , then stood to leave .

to Wait , Francesca called out .

Youve got what you wanted .

When are you going to treat me ? Andrew replied frankly , Just set a time .

But I should warn you about the treatment .

Ill need to lift your dress .

Francesca froze .

Lift my dress ? What do you mean ? Andrew explained calmly , Your condition isnt ordinary .

Its more severe , which Im sure youre aware of .

Francescas face flushed as she realized the implications , and anger .

her gaze a mix of embarrassment Ignoring her reaction , Andrew continued , To ensure a complete cure , Ill need to perform a minimally invasive procedure on the … affected area .

Understand ? Francesca gritted her teeth .

Thats hardly appropriate between a man and a woman , dont you think ? Andrew frowned .

To a medical practitioner , theres no distinction between male and female patients .

Youre a doctor yourself .

How can you not understand this ? Francesca was speechless , but the thought of Andrew touching her , especially in such a sensitive area , was uncomfortable .

Andrews expression softened slightly .

Dont worry .

Ill be blindfolded and wont actually touch your body .

1 Hearing this , Francesca sighed in relief , though still feeling incredibly embarrassed .

Just then , the club manager clapped for attention .

The man wore an expensive suit , looking handsome and confident with a charming smile .

Meanwhile , the woman glided in a floor length white dress , her beauty almost otherworldly .

The club manager announced enthusiastically , Allow me to introduce our club owner , Mr.

Harvey Weller ! The crowd went wild with excitement and admiration .

Wow , theyre gorgeous ! What a power couple ! Holy crap , Mr.

Weller owns this place ? No wonder its so high end ! Mr.

Wellers making quite an entrance fresh from his return ! And that stunning woman must be his fiancée , Christina Stevens , the CEO of Stevens Corporation ! As the crowd surged forward to greet the couple , Francesca glanced at Andrew with a sly smile .

So , Dr.

Lloyd , what are your thoughts on this unexpected turn of events ?