Rising from the Ashes (Andrew and Lauren) novel Chapter 307

Chapter 307 At the hotels front entrance , Michael felt his heart pounding in his chest .

Mr.

Giordano , weve searched every room , but theres no sign of them , one of Atlas men reported .

Atlas stood with his hands behind his back , his face cold and unreadable .

On the other hand , Michael let out a long sigh of relief .

Thank goodness Finley managed to escape , he thought .

At least now , he would not have to bear the consequences of this disaster .

Mr.

Giordano , like Ive told you before , you must have made a mistake , Michael said with a forced smile .

Our hotel isnt even open for business today .

Trying to sound as casual as possible , Michael was eager to get Atlas to leave before something went wrong .

However , Atlas gave him a sharp , icy glare , and Michael forced himself to stay calm , staring back without flinching .

After all , he reasoned , Finley and Yvonne had already slipped out the back .

Even if Atlas suspected something , hewould not have any proof .

Without evidence , there was nothing for him to fear .

Mr.

Giordano , Michael said , feigning a tone of helplessness , having your men search my hotel like this isnt exactly good for business .

How do you expect the Rhodes family to maintain its reputation with things like this happening ? Atlas expression did not change , but his voice was cold as ice .

Ill ask you one more time- are you sure Finley and Yvonne arent here ? Michael stood tall , speaking firmly and confidently .

Mr.

Giordano , do you really think Id dare lie to you ? I believe this is just a misunderstanding .

Mr.

Moore is your close friend , and Ms.