Rising from the Ashes BY Only For You

Chapter 324 +25 BONUS Christina sighed , glancing at Andrew with a mix of helplessness and frustration .

Aspen , enough already , she said , tugging her cousins arm lightly .

Lets just walk around .

I want to find a couple of good pieces to bring home .

Aspen chuckled , clearly enjoying the attention , and let Christina pull her away .

Sure , Christie , lets look around , she replied , her voice dripping with smugness .

You know , back in Bridgefields , I was trained by the best since I was a kid .

Ive never been wrong about authenticity in antiques , not even once .

Christina could not help but admire Aspens confidence .

They were cousins , and Aspen was just a year older .

Yet , she always seemed so composed and capable .

Whether it was her sharp instincts or commanding presence , Aspen had the kind of charm that Christina found hard to rival , even with her own pride .

the tension seemed to subside , a sharp , mocking

away , but now theyre scurrying off with their

them , the louder they bark sometimes you just have to put them in their

went completely silent

had just called Orion and Aspen

darkened

Kid , what did your just say? Say it again if youve got the guts ! Aspen froze mid

you one chance , she said , her tone clipped and commanding

get on your knees , and admit you were wrong

nearly burying her face

, did you really just call them … that ? Youre just asking to make enemies ! Sensing the gravity of the situation , Elsie whispered urgently ,

, let me cover for

Someone like Mr.

let

the line

the other hand , seemed oddly energized by

Clearly , Cedric

his expression unbothered despite the mounting

voice was steady as he replied , I