Rising from the Ashes BY Only For You

Andrew found himself taking the jab out of nowhere and could only laugh awkwardly.

Aspen looked up from the couch and gasped, "Oh my goodness! It's almost 11 p.m., and Ms. Garcia's still in the kitchen?"

Lauren jumped up in alarm. "Wait... you're right! We totally forgot. Let's check on her!"

Francesca, wearing her cartoon slippers, was already rushing toward the kitchen. "Ms. Garcia, please don't tell me you passed out from exhaustion!"

Just then, Chantelle finally emerged, her cheeks flushed a soft red. She was clearly embarrassed as she said, "S-Sorry about that, everyone. I just finished cleaning up, I'll be taking my leave now."

Lauren looked apologetic. "Ms. Garcia, I'm so sorry. We got so caught up in the show that we forgot about you!"

Aspen said, "Ms. Garcia, we'll walk you to the door!"

Chantelle waved her hand. "No need, I can manage by myself. It's already late, so you all should get some rest!"

She took two steps forward but suddenly grabbed onto the door frame, looking a bit dizzy.

Lauren was startled and rushed over. "Ms. Garcia, are you okay?"

Chantelle waved to indicate she was fine. Then, she suddenly cried out, "Oh no, I forgot that we can't drive after drinking!"

didn't drink any

"We didn't drink during dinner, but while I was cleaning in the kitchen, I noticed Mr. Lloyd had some really nice wine and couldn't help but taste a couple

the alcohol, and her slightly wobbly posture said she could not handle liquor well at

if you've been drinking,

about we just let Ms. Garcia

a moment. "I mean, why not? Depends on

"Totally okay! I just... don't

"You're not troubling anyone. We've got more than enough rooms. Besides, we're all girls

let's go upstairs and get a room

replied, "Awesome, let's

"Andrew, you chat with Ms. Garcia for a bit! While they set up the

"Sounds good,

women left, Andrew's gaze immediately returned to Chantelle

an

"Mr. Lloyd, I hope

I definitely

home."

fine-no need to be so formal. We're friends now, right?

Garcia, will this mess with

"Not at all. I'll leave early in the