Rising from the Ashes BY Only For You

---- Chapter 1327 Aspen thought, 'Mom's right. I have feelings for Andrew, but he might not feel the same. In the end, it's probably just my one- sided wishful thinking. To him, I'm just a tool, a servant he can command at will "Maybe he wouldn't refuse if I offered myself physically, but in his, heart, I doubt he ever saw me as anything close to Lauren or Francesca. Wait-No, I'm not even hoping for a place like Lauren or Francesca.

'I'd be content with just a position like Natasha's, but it seems even that is too much to ask for.' Feeling resigned, Aspen finally said, "Mom, just tell Dad that after the Grand Medical Summit, I'll return to Bridgefields with you." Her heart felt cold and heavy. Esther noticed her precious daughter's obvious sorrow and tried to. comfort her. "Don't worry, Aspen. Once we're back in Bridgefields, your father and I will introduce you to the finest young men from the best families.

You're not getting any younger. Once you're back, focus on settling down and don't worry about other things." Aspen's tone turned frosty. "I'll go back with you, but as for marriage, forget it. 1 grew up in Bridgefields. I know better than anyone what those so-called heirs are like. In any case, I've decided Twon't marry. I'd rather spend the rest of my life alone." ---- Esther bit back her frustration, her heart filled with worry.

already sunk too deep, too far gone to pull back. The Ferrari's engine roared to life, and the sleek car sped off, its taillights vanishing around the street corner. Only then did Zephyr turn to Esther, asking, "So? What did she say?" Esther hesitated, struggling

his precious daughter

feelings are bound to grow, even if ---- you try to guard against them. So now, even if we drag her back by force, her heart's already his Zephyr gritted his teeth, his expression dark. "This is a

abitter laugh. "Yes, I can see that he treats her well. But so what? Do you really think

stand up to someone like Andrew?" Esther let out another heavy sigh, her worries only deepening. Meanwhile, Zephyr's face twitched as another thought crossed his mind. He glanced at his wife, his tone awkward as he asked, "D-Did you ask Aspen if... if she and Andrew have, you know..." Esther's face flushed crimson, and she snapped, "Are you crazy? How could