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 dors 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 ,dies and gentlemen , but we only have one Mr.


    Andrew Lloyd present .


    Theres no name.confusion .


    Now , Im pleased to dere that Mr.


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


    Congrattions , Mr.


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


    This oue 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 nced 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 y dumb .


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


    If petty theft could 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 herposure .


    But Christie , this bastard ruined everything .


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


    Irene red daggers at Andrew .


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


    Shawn , Mom , please stop .


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


    Her gaze shifted fromplex emotions .


    to icy detachment .


    I never thought youd stoop so low .


    Taking orders from others , using 1/3  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 ? Christinaughed bitterly .


    You know what youve done .


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


    Heres some advice : true strengthes from within .


    You might rely on others for now , but it wontst 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.


    Stevens isnt as strong as shes pretending to be right now .


    The most exceptional women are often stubborn , always saying the opposite of what they feel .


    Andrews face remained stern .


    Theres nothing to chase after .


    I dont owe anyone anything .


    Besides , he never had any personal interest in the orphanagend .


    His donation of 15 million was purely for the director and the hundreds of children there .


    Nheless , Christinas words had truly hurt Andrew as he realized her prejudice against him ran bone deep .


    Ironically , Andrew had briefly considered gifting the purchase rights to Stevens Corporation .


    [ Marvin , Ive got a piece ofnd .


    Take care of it for me , ] Andrew messaged , deciding to wash his hands of the whole affair .


    He knew the Rhodes family was also interested in the property , but Andrew had no taste for these petty disputes .


    Hence , he figured Marvin could handle it .


    Marvin quickly replied , [ Mr.


    Lloyd , this,nd is quite valuable .


    Rhodes Corporation and Stevens .


    Corporation are fighting tooth and nail for it .


    How about we offer to sell to both of them and have Christina and Lauren warm your bed in return ? ] Andrew ignored the suggestion .


    Marvin had developed a grudge against Stevens Corporation ever since Andrews fallout with Christina .


    If Andrew had not severely warned him , Marvin might have already tried to take down Stevens Corporation to avenge Andrew .


    As for Lauren , Marvins thought process was simple .


    Since Andrew had split with Christina , there was no reason for he could not move on and be with the curvaceous Lauren .


    Chapter 11  The next day at Stevens Corporation , Shawn burst into Christinas office , his face beaming with excitement .


    Christie , great news ! Incredible news ! Christina looked up from her desk.


    She was dressed in a sleek business suit that entuated her figure , and her fair skin was a stark contrast to her attire .


    What is it ? Christie , you were right about Andrew .


    Hes nothing but a spineless puppet , used by someone else as a front .


    He couldnt afford the 15 million dors yesterday .


    In fact , he was just following orders , Shawn exined .


    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 hispdog .


    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 arge 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 !