Rising from the Ashes BY Only For You

Chapter 816

Chapter 816

Christina said flatly, “Let’s grab a bite first. We can deal with everything else after. Andrew is even taking the people I set my sights on now. Fine. If he wants to force my hand, then I have no choice but to go against him.”

Aspen hesitated for a moment before sighing. “Christie, have you considered that maybe Andrew really isn’t on the same level as us anymore?”

Failing time and time again, getting crushed by Andrew repeatedly–it had shattered Aspen’s once–proud and confident heart. Whenever she faced him, she found herself losing the drive to compete. Instead, she just wanted to keep her distance.

Aspen did not want to admit it, but deep down, she knew she was scared of him now.

Christina’s voice was icy. “No. I don’t think he’s that impressive. I’ll admit, he’s changed. He’s become more powerful and holds much more influence now. But I’ll never bow to him. I’ll prove to him that if he can thrive, I can do even better.”

Aspen parted her lips, about to say something when suddenly, a scornful chuckle interrupted them.

this much jealousy and resentment?

in anger. The moment they saw who it was,

Jerry and seven other bo “ds, was gracefully walking toward them.

she instinctively lowered her head. “Good evening,

She respectfully greeted her, “Good evening, Mrs.

studied Christina for a moment before nodding slightly. “Not bad. In Jayrodale, there are very few women who can stand on equal footing with Lauren in terms of

Ms. Rhodes, I still have a long way to go.”

go. Otherwise, Andrew wouldn’t have ignored you and gone

“Mrs. Rhodes, what do you mean

what I said–no hidden meaning. Christina, we’re both women, so I’ll give you some advice: jealousy and a need to constantly compete aren’t good traits for a

just a pretty decoration. So if

in the most humiliating way possible. I don’t particularly like Andrew, but that doesn’t stop me

slap to the face. Her cheeks burned red with fury glaring at Tiana but not daring