Rising from the Ashes (Andrew and Lauren) novel Chapter 1038

Christina had not expected the two of them to be that close already.

"Andrew, you're going to regret what you've done!" she snapped coldly before looping her arm around Quinton's and striking a deliberately intimate pose.

Quinton smirked. He knew Christina was using him, but he did not care. For someone like him, the thrill was in the chase. When the thrill was gone, he would have no problem tossing her aside or forcing things if it amused him.

Quinton said with a smile, "Ms. Aspen, Christie's mentioned you before. But sticking with Andrew will only bring you down. Why not join me? Serve under the Wrights, and I promise you a spot among the capital's elite socialites."

It was a tempting offer, made with a wolfish grin. If he could really win Aspen over, having both Stevens beauties serve him would be a fantasy come true.

Especially since Aspen had a figure that made him burn with desire. Hell, she was playing housemaid for Andrew—that was practically a crime in Quinton's book.

"Mr. Wright, I appreciate your offer, but I already have a master. I only serve one, so I'm afraid I'll have to decline."

Her tone was respectful, but the message was clear. She could not afford to offend the Wrights, but she also was not about to stoop to Christina's level. More importantly, she believed that sticking with Andrew—despite his cruel ways—was her best shot at a real future, even if the man drove her crazy.

Quinton looked disappointed. "Just wait and see, Ms. Aspen. The man you're following will be crushed in this city. Someone will take him down eventually. When that happens, I might consider giving you a second chance to switch sides."