Rising from the Ashes (Andrew and Lauren) novel Chapter 757

Jerry said, "Mr. Lloyd, Mrs. Rhodes is sincerely asking for your input this time. She really wants you to come in and help strategize."

Jerry's voice was urgent. "Like it or not, we're all in the same boat right now. If the Pharmaceutical Division goes under, you're going to take a loss too, Mr. Lloyd."

Andrew let out a light scoff. "What, you mean the five billion I invested? Big deal. Even if Rhodes Corporation's Pharmaceutical Division collapses, the rest of the corporation will still stand.

"If worst comes to worst, Mrs. Rhodes can just file for bankruptcy and liquidation. Whatever I get back is whatever I get back. And even if I lose all five billion, I couldn't care less."

Jerry could not believe how Andrew was dismissing the five billion dollars like it was nothing. Was Andrew even human?

His expression darkened as he lowered his voice. "Mr. Lloyd, I understand you don't approve of Mrs. Rhodes' methods. But don't forget—Ms. Rhodes is her daughter. If you ever want things to work out between you two, you won't be able to avoid dealing with Mrs. Rhodes."

Andrew chuckled. "So you're saying I should use this opportunity to cozy up to Mrs. Rhodes, earn her favor, and get her blessing to be with Lauren?"

Jerry nodded firmly. "Exactly. That's why you shouldn't be so arrogant, Mr. Lloyd."

Andrew's expression turned cold. "I'm arrogant? Funny, because from where I'm standing, it's Mrs. Rhodes, who's unreasonable and power-hungry."

Jerry hesitated, struggling to respond.

Andrew raised a hand to cut him off and said flatly, "Do me a favor—tell Mrs. Rhodes that now that things have spiraled out of control, there's nothing I can do to help.