Rising from the Ashes BY Only For You

Victoria's cheeks flushed crimson, and she looked utterly embarrassed and ashamed. She raised her hand as if to strike him, but then lowered it again.

She gritted her teeth as she said, "You little bastard, you've been keeping this pretty well hidden! Why didn't you tell me earlier that your father is Reginald, and let me make a fool of myself?"

Her heart pounded uncontrollably as she recalled all the things she had said and those exaggerated gestures she had made. Even at her mature age, she could not stop the wave of heat rising to her face or the strange, complicated feelings churning in her chest.

Andrew rolled his eyes and said bluntly, "I didn't want to bring up my dad at all. I didn't want to trigger your resentment or make things worse, but you seriously crossed the line, so I had no choice."

Victoria let out a frustrated laugh. "So you're Reggie's son. Even if I'm angry with you, I wouldn't have the heart to lay a hand on you. No wonder when I first saw you, I was so confused! How could there be someone in this world whose temperament and looks are so similar?"

She continued staring at Andrew intently. "Turns out you're his son!"

The adoring look in her eyes, along with her conflicted expressions, made Andrew extremely uncomfortable.

herself and laughed. "Don't mind me! It's just

understand. Mrs. Rhodes was

his mouth, Andrew regretted them, thinking

she snorted. "Don't mention that bitch in front of me! Reggie only loved me, and Tiana was

said, "Yes, of course. My

Tiana. He had no choice but to appease Victoria for

me Victoria from now on." She gave an embarrassed smile

back then! If you had come to find me earlier,

for the kind offer, Victoria, but initially, I didn't know you and my dad had a history together! Besides, I didn't dare approach you carelessly.

as a hint of nostalgia crossed her face. Then, she let out a bitter laugh. "Saying I didn't hate him would be a lie. I was ready to give up everything for that man back then, but he still left me

me since is knowing he