Rising from the Ashes (Andrew and Lauren) novel Chapter 45

Chapter 45 +25 BONUS Chapter 45 Michaels hatred for Andrew reached its peak , furious that this pretty boy had completely destroyed his carefully laid plans .

Suddenly , there was a loud crash as Pauls glass shattered on the floor .

Then , he fell to his knees , begging Lauren for mercy through desperate cries .

Ms.

Rhodes , Im sorry ! Please give me another chance ! I truly regret what I did ! The other executives were caught off guard , but their surprise quickly turned into anger .

Youre the culprit ? You traitor ! We defended you , and this is how you repay our trust ? You must have lost your mind to try poisoning Ms.

Rhodes ! Go to hell ! Paul continued kneeling on the floor , sobbing , Ms.

Rhodes , I didnt want to do it … Someone .

forced me ! www The room fell silent again as Andrew asked , Who forced you ? Paul glanced nervously at Michael , hesitating to speak while Michaels already dark expression turned even more sinister .

Tell me who forced you , and Ill protect you , Lauren commanded icily .

Andrew added , If you confess everything and reveal your mastermind , Ms.

Rhodes might show mercy .

Really ? Pauls fearful eyes lit up with hope as he began to raise his hand to point at Michael .

You ungrateful bastard ! Rhodes Corporation gave you everything , and this is how you repay us ? Ill kill you ! Michael exploded into action before Paul could speak .

In a rage , Michael grabbed Pauls hair and violently slammed his head against the table .

Pauls scream filled the room as blood began flowing from his wound .

Just as Michael prepared to strike again , Andrew kicked him away .

However , Paul suddenly began convulsing violently , foaming at the mouth before collapsing lifelessly .

Francesca rushed over to check on him before announcing grimly , He had taken poison beforehand .