Rising from the Ashes (Andrew and Lauren) novel Chapter 1794

Ryder's face was pure bliss, like he was floating on cloud nine.

In the bar's dim lighting, Leslie's pitiful expression vanished instantly. It transformed into a cold, triumphant smirk of someone whose scheme had succeeded perfectly.

This scene completely escaped Ryder, who was too busy embracing his beautiful catch. Little did he know, Andrew and the others upstairs had witnessed everything crystal clear.

Francesca stared in shock. "Aspen, you really nailed it on the head. Oh my goodness, she's such a master manipulator!"

Lauren gave her a thumbs-up. "Aspen, your ability to spot a manipulative bitch is seriously impressive! You got it completely right, not even slightly off!"

Aspen felt a bit smug and was about to speak when a whistle suddenly pierced the air nearby.

The three women looked over with exasperation. "Honey, what are you whistling for?"

Andrew shrugged casually. "Breaking up the lovebirds, of course. Those two are making me sick just watching them, so they need to be separated!"

Lauren stomped her foot. "Honey, you're so mean! You're supposed to build bridges, not burn them! Don't ruin other people's relationships."

Francesca chimed in, too. "Honey, you're way happier than Ryder could ever be, so there's no need to be jealous!"

Andrew laughed in disbelief. "Me? Jealous of that idiot? Fran, you're hilarious! Besides, they're nowhere near ready for a relationship!"

The whistle had interrupted Ryder and Leslie's moment downstairs.

Leslie lifted her head from Ryder's shoulder and glared furiously at the upper level.

Andrew ignored her warning look and waved Ryder over.

The latter quickly scrambled to his feet with an apologetic smile. "Oh hey, Mr. Lloyd's here too! I'll be right up!"

He pushed Leslie aside and bounded up the stairs to find Andrew.

Leslie was fuming mad, but after thinking it over, she followed him upstairs. She did not want to face Andrew, but since her golden goose had run off, she had no choice but to chase after him.

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