Rising from the Ashes (Andrew and Lauren) novel Chapter 677

Aspen thought for a moment, then let out a cold, satisfied laugh. She decided to wait a little longer before calling Gordon again.

Now that Andrew was finally out of the picture, the suffocating frustration she had been feeling for weeks seemed to lift, and she was in a much better mood.

…

Meanwhile, Christina was on a call with Owen Maloney from Wealthroller Investments.

"Mr. Maloney, this is Christina Stevens. I was wondering if I could possibly speak with Mr. Yates… if he has a moment?"

Her voice was cautious, almost nervous. Wealthroller Investments was a powerhouse, and she knew she had to tread carefully.

Owen had overseen the South City Orphanage project and had previously liaised with the Stevens family, but his tone remained indifferent.

He asked, "What do you need to speak with Mr. Yates about, Ms. Stevens?"

Christina hesitated, gripping the phone tighter. "I-I'd like to ask him something about Andrew."

There was a pause on the other end. When Owen spoke again, his voice had completely shifted—from dismissive to sharp and attentive. "Hold on, Ms. Stevens. I'll get Mr. Yates on the line right away."

Christina's heart skipped a beat. She wondered why Owen's attitude had changed so drastically the moment she mentioned Andrew.

He had treated her like an unimportant small-timer moments ago, despite her being the CEO of Stevens Corporation. Yet, as soon as Andrew's name came up, his entire demeanor flipped.

Could Andrew really be someone important to Marvin?

While she was lost in thought, a deep, gravelly voice came through the phone.

"This is Marvin Yates. What can I do for you, Ms. Stevens?"