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.

back ! The realization swept through the

forward , his expression calm

gemstone cutting exclusive to Aspen now ? Or can others join in too ? The gem cutter quickly

course not

Lloyd .

as long as

open ? Ill ask another cutter to handle your stone Francescas voice rang out , sharp and cold

worth your full attention ? The cutters

where his priorities lay he was far more interested in assisting Aspen as she

of the younger onlookers , a wealthy heir who had earlier mocked Andrew , sneered

, stick to antiques

way above your pay

you even know what youre doing ? Andrews

way to find out

+25 BONUS Chapter 343 The young

say I didnt

easy to lose everything and ruin your

Aspen chuckled softly .

had the

know gemstone cutting

you rather think it over ? Christina frowned , worry flickering

arrival felt ill timed and reckless

not see that Aspen was at the top of her game ?

met Aspens gaze calmly