Chapter 182 Lauren watched this scene unfold with a dreamy look in her eyes .


    She admired his kindness andpassion , secretly wishing she could marry him right then and there .


    Suddenly , amotion erupted outside as Jerry rushed in with his men .


    When he spotted Andrew and Lauren , he briefly showed panic before quicklyposing himself .


    He cleared his throat and said , Ms.


    Rhodes , Im Impressed you found the trucks before I did .


    Your brilliant mind truly proves why youre the most exceptional member of the younger Rhodes generation ! Jerryughed nervously , showering her withpliments while conveniently forgetting his earlier boastful promises about finding the trucks himself .


    Lauren smiled graciously .


    Thank you for your efforts too , Jerry .


    The important thing is that we recovered the herbs .


    Indeed … But did you manage to catch the criminals who stole it ? Jerry asked , trying to sound casual .


    Lauren shook her head .


    The ce was empty when we arrived , so we couldnt identify who was behind this .


    Jerry visibly rxed at this news , letting out what seemed to be an involuntary sigh of relief .


    Andrew , who had been observing carefully , suddenly spoke up .


    Jerry , you seem pretty concerned about who stole the herbs .


    Perhaps you already know who did it ? Jerrys expression darkened as he snapped , How would I know ? If I did , theyd be in pieces by now .


    Andrew chuckled .


    If you dont know who did it , then why do you look so disappointed that Ms.


    Rhodes found the trucks ? I couldnt be happier that she recovered the herbs and saved thepany from losses .


    Why would I be disappointed ? Jerry continued defensively .


    Andrew suddenly changed topics , This is your first time visiting this rural medicinal garden , isnt it , Jerry ? Jerry hesitated but eventually nodded .


    Of course .


    My schedule usually involves apanying Mr.


    Rhodes Senior or Rhodes Corporation executives .


    Id have no reason toe to a te like this .


    Andre grinned .


    Thats interesting .


    If youve never been here and know nothing about this ce , how did you manage to find this hidden cave ? Jerry stood speechless , unable to answer .


    Andrew pressed on , Dont bother making up excuses .


    The paths outside are narrow and winding , hidden by vegetation .


    For a city folk whos never been here before to find this ce so easily , one might think you grew up in these parts .


    Laurenmented , Andrew , Jerryes from a prestigious martial arts background .


    He couldnt be from around here .


    Andrew chuckled .


    Well then , that would mean someone must have guided Jerry here .


    Jerrys expression grew increasingly dark at these words , though he remained silent .


    Andrew continued with a cold smile , And the only person who could have guided Jerry here .


    would be the thieves themselves .


    Laurens face remained neutral , but her eyes zed as she stared at Jerry .


    Under her seemingly calm but piercing gaze , Jerry let out a coldugh and sneered , After all this talk , youre basically using me of working with the thieves , arent you ?