Rising from the Ashes BY Only For You

Chapter 343 Its a shame theres no real competition , Aspen said lazily , stifling a yawn .

Lets open two more stones for fun , and then well head out .

She lifted a finger , casually signaling the gem cutter to begin again .

Her every movement captivated the crowd , who watched eagerly , anticipating another jaw dropping display of her talent .

Before the cutter could start , a calm but distinct voice cut through the chatter .

Excuse me , could you help me cut this stone ? Though the voice was not particularly loud , it seemed to pierce through the noise , drawing everyones attention .

Instantly , the crowd erupted in irritation .

Whos this clown ? Cant they see Ms.

Stevens is about to make her move ? Ms.

Stevens is playing at the highest level why waste time with someone else cutting a stone thats probably worthless ? Whoever it is , they need to leave .

Todays show belongs to Ms.

Stevens , and no one should get in the way .

else The disgruntled murmurs turned into curious stares as people turned toward the source of the voice .

A moment later , someone gasped .

Its Mr.

swept through the crowd ,

forward , his expression calm

Or can others join in too ?

course not ,

Lloyd .

to everyone as long

would you like me to open ? Ill ask another cutter to handle your

? Are you saying we arent worth your full attention ? The cutters face stiffened awkwardly

clear where his priorities lay he was far more

heir

, stick

way above

even know what youre

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343 The young

I didnt warn

to lose everything and ruin your reputation in one bad

Aspen chuckled softly .

you had the

know gemstone cutting is

would you rather think it over ? Christina frowned , worry

arrival felt ill timed

was at the top of her game ? Challenging her now seemed like

Aspens