Rising from the Ashes (Andrew and Lauren) novel Chapter 620

Chapter 620 +25 BONUS Fran has reached the age where marriage should be a serious discussion , Cedric said with a heavy sigh .

He continued , I was well aware that Simon had been lusting after her beauty for a while now .

But since he was my eldest apprentice the child I raised from a young age I chose to avoid confronting the issue .

He shook his head , his voice filled with regret .

In the end , my avoidance and weakness nearly destroyed Fran .

Its all on me … such a cruel twist of fate .

t Andrew could see the conflict in Cedrics eyes .

Despite Simons betrayal , Cedric still had a deep affection for him .

After all , he had begged Andrew to spare Simons life at the last moment .

Andrew offered a comforting response .

Mr.

Aicker , youve done more than enough .

Simons downfall was his own doing he had every opportunity to change but chose to betray you .

H Cedric remained silent for a long moment before suddenly speaking up .

Tell me honestly , Dr.

Lloyd … Have you and Fran become … intimate ? Andrew froze for a second , caught off guard by the question Cedrics expression was a mixture of amusement and curiosity , his gaze as if he were examining a rare treasure .

Andrew had anticipated this and calmly replied , Youve misunderstood , Mr.

Aicker .

Nothing inappropriate happened between Fran and me .

Cedric chuckled knowingly .

Come now , Dr.

Lloyd .

Youre both young and full of passion .

Fran was under the influence of Enthralling Essence , a drug that drives people to madness .

As I understand it , the only way to neutralize its effects is through sex .

He gave a reassuring smile and added , Even if something did happen between you two , I wouldnt blame you .

In emergencies , sometimes you have to prioritize saving a life Im not ignorant of that .

Andrew sighed inwardly , shaking his head .

Its true thats one method .

But I assure you , I didnt touch Fran like that .

Cedric appeared confused .