Rising from the Ashes (Andrew and Lauren) novel Chapter 357

Chapter 357 Aspen , how did you know theyd leave through the back door ? Christina asked as she and Aspen appeared at the VIP exit after Andrew and Elsie were taken away .

With such precious items in hand , Radiant Group would obviously arrange a secret exit , Aspen replied with a cold laugh .

Too bad Elsie Isnt clever enough to outsmart me .

After a moment of silence , Christina spoke up .

Aspen , once you get your things back , could you maybe ask them to go easy on Andrew ? Aspen was shocked .

Christie , you cant be soft hearted about this .

Donald is in charge of Jayrodale Police whatever punishment he decides is out of my hands .

Christina hesitated before asking , But once they recover your items , that should be the end of it , right ? Aspen replied mockingly .

That depends on Donalds mood .

Though I didnt tell him exactly what to do , hes one of my most devoted admirers .

When he learned how Andrew connèd me , he was furious .

Andrew wont be released until hes learned his lesson .

Christina fell silent once more and said calmly , This is the lesson he brought on himself .

Ill stay out of it .

Aspen chuckled .

Christie , your energy shouldnt be wasted on someone like Andrew .

Once I help you deal with Harveys mess , Stevens Corporation can expand into Bridgefields and Blumedale .

With the support from the major families there , your business will grow stronger .

Christina nodded .

Thank you , Aspen .

Stevens Corporation does need to move beyond Jayrodale and into Blumedale .

Aspen smiled approvingly .

I knew it ! Christie , your talent and ambition were never meant for small town limits .

And , with your beauty that even I envy , once youre in places like Blumedale or Bridgefields , only heirs of powerful families or wealthy CEOS will be worthy of you .

Christina replied softly , For now , Im not planning to date anyone .

Aspen shook her head , her tone turning serious .

Christie , remember this youth is a treasure for women .

However , Simon hesitated and tried to reason with Cedric .

I dont think this is as simple as it seems .

Andrew was reckless enough to provoke someone like Donald thats his misfortune , and I dont think we should get involved .

Do you realize what youre saying ? Cedric exploded in anger .

Dr.

Lloyd has done great things for the Aickers and is close to Fran .

I cant stand by and do nothing ! Simon was surprised by Cedrics intense reaction Sir , do you realize how many enemies Andrew has made in Jayrodale ? He listed them off rapidly , The Weller family , Finley , Atlas the Northern District boss , plus his unclear relationship with Lauren thatll get him eliminated by the Rhodes family sooner or later .

Now , this troublemakers been arrested by Mr.

Warren .

Clearly , someones pulling strings behind the scenes , Simon concluded , hoping to make Cedric reconsider his rash decision .

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