Rising from the Ashes (Andrew) novel Chapter 11

Chapter 11 Mr.

Andrew Lloyd , donating 15 million ! Shawn jumped up as if his seat was on fire .

I request a verification .

Is there someone else here with the same name ? Irene paced anxiously , unable to contain her agitation .

It must be a mistake .

Andrews a nobody .

He might scrape together a few hundred dollars for charity , but 15 million ? He couldnt earn that in several lifetimes ! Amidst the chaos , Andrew remained calm , seated in his spot with an unreadable expression .

The host promptly investigated Shawns request and announced the results .

I apologize , ladies and gentlemen , but we only have one Mr.

Andrew Lloyd present .

Theres no name.confusion .

Now , Im pleased to declare that Mr.

Lloyd has secured the rights to purchase the land for South City Orphanage .

Congratulations , Mr.

Lloyd ! Christinas face drained of color as the reality sank in .

This outcome was beyond her wildest imagination .

Meanwhile , Laurens eyes sparkled as she stared at Andrew in the corner .

This unassuming man was clearly a hidden gem , an actual dark horse .

She could not wait to unravel the secrets behind this mysterious figure .

Impossible ! This cant be happening .

How the hell did this loser pull it off ? Shawn exploded , storming over to Andrew .

Whered you get 15 million from , huh ? Andrew glanced at him indifferently .

Is that any of your business ? Shawn was caught off guard and sneered , Ive got it figured out .

You stole it , didnt you ? Dont play dumb .

I know youre a thief ! Lauren approached , eyeing Shawn like he was an idiot .

If petty theft could net you 15 million , youd be quite the criminal mastermind .

Why dont you give it a shot and see how that works out ? Shawn was rendered speechless by her remark .

Just as he tried to press Andrew further , Christina intervened .

Enough .

Were leaving , she said , her voice ice cold , having regained her composure .

But Christie , this bastard ruined everything .

Are we just going to let him get away with it ? Shawn protested , grinding his teeth .

Irene glared daggers at Andrew .

How dare you go against Christie ? Have you no conscience , you ungrateful wretch ? Christinas barely maintained composure crumbled once more .

Shawn , Mom , please stop .

Havent we embarrassed ourselves enough ? After venting her frustration , she turned to Andrew .

Her gaze shifted from complex emotions .

to icy detachment .

I never thought youd stoop so low .

Taking orders from others , using 1/3 +25 BONUS someone elses power to get back at me .

Does it feel good to have your revenge ? Andrew frowned , unable to make sense of her words .

Using someone elses power to get back at you ? Isnt that what youre doing ? Christina snapped , challenging Andrew .

Andrew shook his head .

I may not be a saint , but Ive never stooped to such low tactics .

You say Im getting revenge , but how exactly am I doing that ? Christina laughed bitterly .

You know what youve done .

Weve reached this point , and I have nothing left to argue with you about .

Heres some advice : true strength comes from within .

You might rely on others for now , but it wont last forever .

But then again , youve always been a pushover , without any backbone .

Honestly , I dont regret cutting ties with you one bit ! With that , Christina left the room with her head held high .

Shawn and Irene shot Andrew cold smirks before following her out .

Andrew stood there , taking a deep breath .

A nameless fire burned in his chest , consuming him from the inside .

Arent you going to chase after her ? Lauren asked with a light chuckle .

Ms.

Christina merely nodded .

If thats your idea of great news , you can leave now .

She had already figured this out at the orphanage the day before , and she no longer held any expectations for Andrew .

Shawn grinned , trying to appease her .

Hold on , Christie .

Im not finished yet .

The real good news is that weve got another shot at the orphanage property , he continued .

You wont believe this , but Marvin Yates , the richest man in Jayrodale , was the puppet master yesterday .

Andrew was just his lapdog .

Now Marvins got the property , and hes looking for buyers ! Christina paused , then spoke admiringly .

Well , that certainly clears things up .

I thought Andrew was acting on Laurens orders , but it seems Marvin was behind it all .

Marvins as crafty as ever .

But one day , Im sure Ill surpass him ! Shawn chuckled .

Well , lets make our move ! Christina hesitated .

But Marvin wields enormous power in Jayrodale .

Weve never managed to establish a connection with him .

Im worried … Before she could finish , Shawn puffed out his chest .

Theres nothing to fear .

The Fields family still has some pull with Marvin .

Meanwhile , at the entrance of Jayrodale General Hospital , Andrew was getting out of his car when an angry shout stopped him in his tracks .

Andrew , you bastard , stop right there ! Andrew turned to see Irene approaching with a young man sporting dyed blond hair .

Both wore threatening expressions .

The blond guy was even holding a large knife , pointing it at Andrew .

You ungrateful son of a bitch ! Christie supported you over the years , and this is how you repay her ? If you dont hand over that orphanage property to Christie , Ill gut you like a fish !