Rising from the Ashes (Andrew and Lauren) novel Chapter 774

Chapter 774

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Andrew agreed with Francesca’s suggestion. Then, he pressed a point on Lauren’s shoulder, and she immediately fell into a deep sleep.

Just then, noise erupted outside. Andrew frowned and was about to ask Francesca to check it out when Eunice, secretary, rushed in with a panicked expression.

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She reported angrily, “It’s Michael. He’s been released without charges.”

Francesca’s face darkened. “Released? He committed arson How the hell did the police let him walk free?”

Eunice sighed bitterly. “I don’t know, but Michael is absolutely smug about it. He’s out there right now, celebrating while his lackeys kiss up to him.”

Andrew remained calm. “No need to speculate. Let’s go see for ourselves.”

In the Rhodes Corporation’s banquet hall, Michael was surrounded by a crowd of sycophants, popping champagne and reveling in his so–called victory. The entire scene was loud, obnoxious, and filled with arrogance.

“Mr. Rhodes, you’re incredible! Even the cops couldn’t touch you!”

“Say no more–after today, I swear, I’m sticking with Mr. Rhodes!”

“With Mr. Rhodes in charge, Jayrodale is as good as his playground. Who the hell would dare challenge him?”

The endless flattery only made Michael grin wider, his arrogance reaching new heights.

Just then, Andrew and Francesca stepped into the room.

Michael, cigarette hanging from his lips, sauntered over and chuckled. “Andrew, what do you think now? I told you–those cops couldn’t do a damn thing to me. You didn’t believe me then, but I bet you do now.”

Andrew smiled lazily. “Then congratulations, Mr. Rhodes. You’ve managed to crawl out of the lion’s den and live another day.”

Michael’s face darkened. His smile twisted into a sneer as he spat, “Andrew, I’ve told you before–no matter what you do, you’ll never outplay me. Even the police in Jayrodale couldn’t touch me. So tell me, who the hell do you think you are?”