Chapter 44 Pauls trembling hand reached for the ss but quickly withdrew as if burned by its touch .


    Andrew watched him with an intriguing smile , remembering how this same executive had loudly proimed his loyalty earlier .


    Yet , here he was , stalling and reluctant to take action .


    One of the executives urged , Mr.


    rke , what are you waiting for ? We all drank our sses .


    Youre the only one left .


    Another executive frowned and chimed in , Were all fine , so why are you being such a coward ? Just down it in one go .


    Whats the worst that could happen ? Pauls trembling only intensified at these words .


    For such a big , tough looking man , he looked like he was about to burst into tears .


    Mr.


    Rhodes , it seems you havent drunk yours either , Andrew suddenly remarked with a smile .


    Michael scoffed and said , Im the Vice CEO of Rhodes Corporation and a member of the Rhodes family .


    I shouldnt have to participate in these ridiculous games .


    If youre too scared to drink , then you must be the culprit ! Andrew dered .


    Michael exploded in rage .


    Youre spurting nonsense ! Then why wont you drink it ? Im not thirsty .


    Andrew chuckled and said , That wont be a problem .


    Well just wait a few more hours until youre thirsty ! Lauren and Francesca could not help butugh .


    They had never seen Andrew , who was usually refined andposed , show such a wicked side .


    Michael crossed his arms and sneered .


    Im the Vice CEO of Rhodes Corporation , the heir to the Rhodes family .


    Ill drink when I want to drink , and no one can force me otherwise .


    So , youre refusing to cooperate with my investigation ? Lauren asked coldly .


    Michael snapped , Im happy to cooperate , but dont you think his methods are disrespecting the executives ? If youre unhappy , you canin to the board or the family , Lauren replied .


    Michael grunted .


    Oh , Ill definitely be filingints .


    But can we end this ridiculous charade now ? Laurens expression remained unchanged as she stated , It ends when you and Mr.


    rke drink your water .


    No matter what you say , I wont drink it .


    Id like to see anyone try to force me , Michael +20 BONUS Chapter 44 retorted defiantly .


    Andrew grinned .


    Mr.


    Rhodes , do you really think that we cant identify the culprit just because two sses are left untouched ? That was exactly what Michael was thinking .


    With a smug smile , he shot back , saying , Listen , worthless pretty boy , this is the Rhodes Corporation .


    You have no authority to give orders you here .


    Andrew shrugged , unbothered .


    Mr.


    Rhodes , given your prestigious position , no one would dare force you .


    So , Mr.


    rke , why dont you drink yours ? Pauls heart sank as he pleaded , Ms.


    Rliodes , I … Ive given you more than enough time .


    Drink it and prove yourself to me , coldly .


    Lauren uttered The other executives chimed in impatiently , Just drink it ! Whats the worst that could happen ? We all know your loyalty to thepany .


    Youll be fine ! Everyone else could be suspicious , but youre thest person anyone would suspect .


    Weve all seen your dedication / Paul forced a smile , though he looked closer to tears , silently cursing them all .


    After all , they could not possibly know him better than he knew himself .


    Under Laurens increasingly cold stare , he finally lifted the ss with shaking hands , while Michael tensed up , his palms sweating .


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