Rising from the Ashes BY Only For You Novel

Chapter 316 Lauren had talked so much that her mouth had gone dry .

She grabbed her glass of water and downed it in large gulps .

Andrew watched her , his lips twitching harder with every passing second .

He was almost certain now Laurens wild assumptions resulted from reading too marry trashy romance novels or binge watching overly dramatic soap operas .

Everyone knew how deeply these kinds of shows could corrupt their audiences , especially when it came to women with overactive imaginations .

After finishing their meal, they cleaned the kitchen together , washing the dishes until everything sparkled .

It was not even seven yet , so Andrew thought briefly before suggesting , Ms.

Rhodes , since its your first time visiting , how about I show you around ? Lauren hesitated , looking conflicted .

Maybe another time , Dr.

Lloyd .

I really need to head back .

Noticing how her fingers were fidgeting as if torn between staying and leaving , Andrew raised a brow in surprise .

Its still early , Ms.

Rhodes .

Youre welcome to stay a little longer if youd like to .

Lauren shook her head .

Its not about you .

Its … my situation .

She sighed and added , Lately , I cant stay out too late .

Other than work or business , Im expected to go home right after my day ends .

Andrew did not press further and simply nodded , Alright , let me walk you out then .

Lauren smiled brightly .

Sure .

The two strolled through the courtyard and out the iron gate , walking all the way to Moonlit Sanctuarys main entrance .

There , a group of bodyguards from the Rhodes family were already waiting .

As soon as Lauren approached , the door of the first car opened , and a middle aged man in tactical gear stepped out .

Miss , the man greeted.

Lauren nodded .

Lets go .

She climbed into the car but not before flashing Andrew with a warm smile and waving goodbye .

Andrew waved back , but his gaze caught the man lowering the car window and giving him a cold , mocking smirk .

Andrew remained expressionless .

He recognized the man it was Jerry , the Rhodes familys elite fighter .

Chapter 316 Jerry had never hidden his disdain for Andrew .

Frankly , Andrew did not care enough to act friendly either .

Inside the moving car , Laurens demeanor turned icy .

Jerry , didnt I make it clear you didnt need to pick me up ? Sitting stiffly in the passenger seat , Jerry responded without emotion .

This was all Mrs.

Rhodes instruction .

Lauren clenched her jaw .

So what ? My mother sent you to spy on me ? Jerry did not deny it .

Miss , you know full well that youre engaged .

Mrs.

Rhodes was furious when she learned you were spending so much time with Andrew .

She specifically instructed us to ensure youre kept in check .

Laurens laugh was cold .

So now I dont even have basic freedom or privacy anymore .

Is that it ? Jerry was silent for a moment before sighing .

Miss , theres something Ive wanted to say a long time , though I feared youd think I was overstepping .

But today , Ill say it , even if it angers you you should cut ties with Andrew .

Laurens voice hardened .

And if I dont ? Jerry glanced at her through the rearview mirror .

If you dont , the next person involved wont be me .

Itll be your mother , the matriarch of the Rhodes family herself .

He paused before continuing in a grave tone .

Mrs.

Rhodes personally came down from Blumedale , bringing members of the main familys security team to Jayrodale .

I trust you understand the weight behind this move .

Lauren huffed , turning to look out the car window .

She refused to say another word , her expression stormy as the car sped through the evening streets .