Rising from the Ashes (Andrew and Lauren) novel Chapter 297

Chapter 297 Andrew shook his head , Im not sure .

Although these photos alone might anger Atlas , given his calculated nature , hell likely choose to stay calm .

Prue , Natasha agreed .

Atlas is too shrewd .

When he sees these photos , his first instinct will be to control hits anger toward Finley .

We need to push further , make Atlas so furious hell turn against Finley completely .

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Dylan shrugged .

Going further means catching them in the act .

But where are we going to get that kind of evidence ? Where are Finley and Yvonne now ? Andrew asked .

They went to the lounge after the gala , but we dont have cameras there , Dylan replied .

Natasha sighed , We obviously cant install surveillance in the lounges that would offend too many important people .

Just then , Antonio came in with news , Madam , Mr.

Garner , Mr.

Lloyd Yvonne has already left the estate .

So this operation wasntperfect , Natasha said , rubbing her temples .

Without concrete evidence between Yvonne and Finley , we dont have enough leverage to drive a wedge between , Finley and Atlas .

Finleys got some self control , Dylan remarked .

I thought hed take Yvonne to a hotel .

right after the gala , but he let her leave alone .

Antonio spoke with obvious disdain , Since this was Mr.

Lloyds plan , perhaps he has some other brilliant ideas ? You dont think my plan was good enough ? Andrew asked , eyeing him .

Not just inadequate .

It was completely useless , Antonio scoffed .

If Finley and Atlas were this easy to take down , West End wouldnt be walking on eggshells around them .

Antonio , leave us , Natasha ordered with a frown .

Before leaving , Antonio sneered at Andrew .

If Mr.

Lloyd wants to show off in front of Madam Vostokoff , he should bring something substantial .

These amateur tricks just show your inexperience .

Natasha , your subordinate seems to have a death wish , Dylan said grimly .

Who does this old fool think he is to disrespect Mr.

Lloyd ? Mr.

Both Dylan and Natasha gave him puzzled looks as he walked toward the staff member .

Is something wrong , sir ? the staff member asked politely .

Andrew did not respond to her but instead focused on the tray she was holding .

On it were two wine glasses , each containing remnants of a deep red liquid .

Natasha chuckled lightly .

Mr.

Lloyd , if youre interested in wine , theres a cellar here with hundreds of premium selections .

You can taste them to your hearts content .

Andrew remained silent .

Then , he picked up the two glasses and held them up to his nose .

He sniffed them carefully , his expression growing serious as he exclaimed , Cantharides ! Natashas smile froze .

Cantharides ? Isnt that a potent aphrodisiac ? Dylans face turned pale .

Mr.

Lloyd , are you saying … this wine had cantharides in it ?