Rising from the Ashes BY Only For You

25 BONUS Chapter 9 Christina stared coldly at Andrew , her eyes filled with disappointment , anger , and a hint of jealousy that she did not even realize .

Andrew , I cant believe you found someone new so quickly after we ended things , she said bitterly .

How foolish of me to feel guilty all this time .

I guess I was just fooling myself ! Andrew shot back , When it comes to moving on quickly , I could never match your efficiency , Ms.

Stevens ! You … Fine , you win , I cant argue with you anymore , Christina stammered , at a loss for words .

Laurens beauty , curvaceous figure , and commanding presence all made Christina feel incredibly insecure .

If the woman by Andrews side had been plain or unremarkable , she might have brushed it off .

Yet , Lauren was different she posed a real threat .

This woman did not fall short in any aspect compared to Christina .

She even surpassed her in some ways , like her more prominent cleavage .

Lauren was the complete package , oozing charm and sex appeal .

Shawns lewd stare said it all .

Moreover , this gorgeous woman was now clinging to the man Christina had given up .

It felt like a slap in the face , as if the universe was mocking her for being blind to Andrews worth .

Andrew , I think we need to talk privately , Christina said , taking a deep breath and looking directly at him .

Andrew remained unmoved .

Im sorry , Ms.

Stevens , but I have nothing to say to you .

Andrew , do you really want to embarrass me in public like this ? Christina snapped , her eyes starting to water .

Andrews resolve wavered slightly when he saw her vulnerable expression .

Alright , maybe we should- Before Andrew could finish , Lauren tightened her grip on his hand and interjected sweetly , Andy , some people may have looked down on you and pushed you away .

But dont worry , Im here now .

Whatever you want , Ill give it to you ! Her affectionate display made Shawn grit his teeth in envy .

He wanted nothing more than to take Andrews place .

many lifetimes of good karma this bastard cashed in to have such a beauty

around and hurried away , her dress rustling as she

of sight did she finally let the tears she had been holding

Andrew had

along , yet he was flaunting another

, Christie , walt up ! Irene and

turned to Andrew , her

, look what youve done to Christie

like you who lives off women will get whats coming to you sooner or

be kicked to the curb in no time

step

to be taught a lesson today

after driving Christina away , Lauren coldly replied

is Lauren Rhodes

and if you dare touch him , Ill make sure you

Rhodes family heiress , Jayrodales most beautiful woman ? Shawn exclaimed , suddenly backing

too powerful

but his envy and frustration were at

how a loser

Christina , yet he immediately met a

Dr.

, youre not upset that I interfered just now ,

could not bring himself

smiled wryly and said , I know you

Rhodes .

stand up for me

.

twinkled mischievously

standing up for you ? What if I was serious

in close , her soft

honest ,

Im kind of tempted to … turn this act into reality , she whispered , her warm

giggle , Lauren walked toward

silently calling her a tease , but could not help smiling as he followed her inside

as the Stevens Corporation group entered the fundraising hall under the watchful eyes of many

you saw how useless

hes left you , hes latched onto someone else

! Christina had already regained her composure

ties with

he does is +25 BONUS Chagged b none of

expect him to be so disrespectful , bringing a