Chapter 103  After leaving the mayors mansion , Cedric rushed home with obvious excitement .


    Lauren turned to Andrew with a knowing smile and exined , The Aicker familys business isnt huge , and their reputation mainlyes from Mr.


    Aickers medical expertise .


    It seems Mr.


    Aicker is ready to make his big move and capitalize on this opportunity , she added thoughtfully .


    Andrew nodded in understanding .


    Its definitely a golden opportunity .


    Mark had essentially handed both the Rhodes and Aicker families a silver tter of opportunities , and even a fool could see what a precious chance this was .


    Lauren gazed at Andrew intently .


    Dr.


    Lloyd , Mr.


    Aicker and I you .


    th benefited because of While Mr.


    Thatcher has good rtionships with our families , he wouldnt normally hand out opportunities like this so freely .


    I really need to thank you properly .


    Andrew recognized that Mark had shared this privileged information solely out of respect for him .


    Nheless , he simply smiled and said , Theres no need for that , Ms.


    Rhodes .


    Just keep me informed if youe across any rare medicinal ingredients .


    However , Lauren insisted firmly , Such a huge favor deserves proper acknowledgment .


    Ive already arranged for you to have a board position at Rhodes Corporation .


    Youll receive a share of the groups profits moving forward .


    Andrew was caught off guard and quickly protested , Ms.


    Rhodes , thatspletely unnecessary .


    You know I have no interest in money or status .


    Laurens voice took a yful turn .


    I dont care ! Im going to repay you anyway .


    And thats not the only way I n to show my gratitude .


    Her eyes sparkled mischievously as she added , Dr.


    Lloyd , did you notice my stockings today ? Andrew felt his throat tighten and stumbled over his words .


    Uh … they look … nice ? Would you like to touch them ? Touch them ? Ms.


    Rhodes , that wouldnt be appropriate .


    Were in public ! Lauren leaned closer and whispered teasingly .


    We could go to the car .


    Dr.


    Lloyd , these stockings are not only stylish and soft , but theyre also very easy to tear .


    Why dont we give that a try , eh ? Laurens seductive tone made Andrews heart skip a beat .


    He had to admit , this stunning woman knew exactly how to provoke his primal desires .


    Well … if you insist , we should test that theory in the car .


    To Laurens surprise , Andrew agreed after only a moments hesitation .


    Suddenly flustered , she  Chapter 103 stammered , D Dr .


    Lloyd , you … youre not actually serious , are you ? Andrew winked .


    Of course I am .


    You suggested it , didnt you ? Besides , Ive been single for quite a while .


    Ms.


    Rhodes , youre a stunner , and those legs of yours in those sexy stockings are a sight to behold .


    Im sure well have a good time .


    Dr.


    Lloyd , please … calm down ! I was just teasing you ! Laurenughed nervously .


    Andrews burning gaze made her heart race .


    She had not expected him to call her bluff so boldly .


    For a moment , Lauren genuinely worried he might take her up on the offer .


    While she was not opposed to the idea , she certainly had not prepared herself for things to escte so quickly .


    Meanwhile , Andrew could barely suppress his amusement at the seductive troublemakers flustered reaction .


    It served her right for always trying to tease him .