Rising from the Ashes (Andrew and Lauren) novel Chapter 590

Chapter 590 Chapter 590 Rodney lay at Aspens feet , his body soaked in blood , her triumphant stance making it clear who had the upper hand .

Anyone who caught her gaze instinctively looked away , too afraid to meet her eyes .

Gordons overwhelming presence filled the air with dread , silencing even those who despised Aspens arrogance .

Though her words were infuriating , no one dared risk their lives for Rodney .

Everyone valued their own survival too much to challenge Gordon .

Mark finally spoke in a grave tone .

Aspen , thats enough .

Youve beaten him half to death .

Whatever grudge you had with Madblade Martial Academy , I think its time to put it to rest .

Mark had never been fond of the academy , but as the citys mayor , he could not just stand by and watch Rodney be tortured to death by someone from out of town .

Aspen chuckled softly .

Of course , Mr.

Thatcher , I wouldnt dare disrespect your authority .

But tell me this Rodney humiliated me and nearly ruined my reputation as a woman .

Do you think a few broken bones are enough to settle that kind of score ? Marks brow furrowed .

What do you want , then ? Aspens smile turned cold .

At the very least , I want Rodney to lose the ability to be a man .

Mark fell silent , fully understanding the dilemma .

Rodneys actions had caused a serious issue , and with someone like Gordon standing beside Aspen , interfering too much could provoke conflict with the powers in Bridgefields .

Sensing that Mark was stuck , Aspen shifted her focus to Marvin and Tiana .

Flashing a respectful smile , she said , Mr.

Yates , Mrs.

Rhodes , I apologize for the unpleasant scene today .

Im just a woman who was nearly robbed of her dignity .

With a grudge that deep , I cant rest until its avenged even if it means going to extremes .

She bowed politely to both of them as she spoke .

Marvin sipped his tea , his tone indifferent .