Chapter 251 Leroy rushed toward Finley and Michael with desperation in his eyes .
The situation was dire , and he needed allies fast .
Mr.
Moore , with your prestigious background and connections , please help the Stevens family .
Ill be your loyal supporter afterward , Leroy pleaded earnestly .
C He then turned to the other man , Mr.
Rhodes , as one of the elite four of Jayrodale , if you help the Stevens family out of this crisis , Ill be forever in your debt .
Both Finley and Michael showed flickers of interest on their faces .
The Stevens family was quite an attractive proposition , especially considering Christina , the elegant socialite .
It would certainly be worth the effort if Christina could be theirs after .
However , they both glanced up at Harvey , who was strutting arrogantly on the platform .
After witnessing his display of power , they both decided to back down .
Leroy , its not that I dont want to help , Finley said .
I just dont have a legitimate reason to step in right now .
Next time , I promise ! Michael chimed in with his own excuse , Im touched that you thought of me in this crisis .
But is a personal matter between Mr.
Weller and your sister .
I really shouldnt interfere .
In the end , both Finley and Michael proved to be shrewd operators .
They wrapped their rejections in pretty words , but essentially shut the door in Leroys face, knowing better than to cross Harvey when he held all the cards .
Sweating profusely , Leroy scanned the crowd desperately for potential allies .
His eyes landed on Lauren and Francesca , who stood beside Andrew .
He scrambled over to them , practically begging , Ladies , please help save the Stevens family- save my sister ! Lauren shook her head and replied , Your plea would be better directed at someone else the person standing next to us .
Leroy turned to Andrew in surprise , and Francesca flatly added , At this point , Andrew might be your sisters only hope .
She raised her head and looked at Andrew , complex emotions churning in her .
Andrew glanced at her indifferently and stated calmly , Ms.
Stevens doesnt need to beg me .
Im not worthy of such attention from her .
I knew it , Christina said bitterly .
You must hate me and the Stevens family now .
I dont deserve to ask for your help … Before she could finish , Andrew was already striding toward the Weller familys platform .
Harvey , didnt you say you wanted to settle your score with me ? Well , here I am lets see what youve got ! The crowd in the Weller family hall erupted into chaos .
This was a direct challenge to the Weller family at the height of their power .
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