From Ashes of Scandals to His Embrace novel Chapter 216

Laurinda shifted in her seat, sounding more than a little annoyed. Honestly, if these guys weren’t Adolphus’s friends, she wouldn’t even bother explaining herself.

“Unreasonable? What exactly is so unreasonable here? Sure, the James family isn’t as powerful as the Charles Group right now, but are you honestly certain they’ll never make a comeback? And let’s not pretend you don’t know what kind of tactics the Charles Group used to get where they are. Who’s to say they won’t fall from the top one day?”

She looked at them, eyebrows raised. “And another thing. You keep acting like I’m some evil temptress or something. Do I really look like the kind of woman who can just make any man do whatever I want? That’s ridiculous. And you actually believe what Adah says? If you’re really that gullible, maybe you should have Adolphus find you a good doctor.”

She was done with this pointless conversation. Laurinda stood up and walked out of the infusion room, spotting York waiting by the door. She reached out and tugged his sleeve. “Come on. I’ll treat you to lunch in the cafeteria.”

York saw she was still in good spirits, which meant those two hadn’t upset her. He let out a breath and nodded. “Sure, let’s go.”

“Mind if I join? I haven’t eaten in the school cafeteria in ages.”

Harrell had overheard them and quickly caught up, inviting himself along. Laurinda glanced at him. She’d noticed him sneaking glances at her all this time. She didn’t think he was interested in her, but she had to admit she was curious about who this guy really was.

“Of course. The food here is actually pretty good.”

York handed Laurinda a soft, fluffy hat. She put it on and left the infirmary with both guys in tow.

Back inside, Foley watched Laurinda leave. He didn’t dare try to stop her, so he went over to Adolphus. “Sir, the beef broth is ready, but Laurinda’s gone.”

“Did she take the clothes York brought for her?”

“No, she left them behind.”

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