rising from the ashes Chapter 316

rising from the ashes 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 .

Follow new episodes on the owlstorynest.com

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 .
rising from the ashes 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 .