Chapter 324  Christina sighed , ncing at Andrew with a mix of helplessness and frustration .


    Aspen , enough already , she said , tugging her cousins arm lightly .


    Lets just walk around .


    I want to find a couple of good pieces to bring home .


    Aspen chuckled , clearly enjoying the attention , and let Christina pull her away .


    Sure , Christie , lets look around , she replied , her voice dripping with smugness .


    You know , back in Bridgefields , I was trained by the best since I was a kid .


    Ive never been wrong about authenticity in antiques , not even once .


    Christina could not help but admire Aspens confidence .


    They were cousins , and Aspen was just a year older .


    Yet , she always seemed soposed and capable .


    Whether it was her sharp instincts ormanding presence , Aspen had the kind of charm that Christina found hard to rival , even with her own pride .


    Just as the tension seemed to subside , a sharp , mocking voice broke through the hushed crowd .


    Two strays from Bridgefields barking away , but now theyre scurrying off with their tails tucked .


    The more you ignore them , the louder they bark sometimes you just have to put them in their ce .


    The crowd wentpletely silent .


    They could not believe that someone had just called Orion and Aspen dogs .


    Orions expression darkened instantly .


    He red at Andrew and growled , Kid , what did your just say? Say it again if youve got the guts ! Aspen froze mid step , slowly turning back to face Andrew , her gaze sharp and ice cold .


    Ill give you one chance , she said , her tone clipped andmanding .


    Apologize , get on your knees , and admit you were wrong .


    Francesca stammered , nearly burying her face in her hands .


    Andrew , did you really just call them … that ? Youre just asking to make enemies ! Sensing the gravity of the situation , Elsie whispered urgently , Mr.


    Lloyd , let me cover for you just leave now .


    Someone like Mr.


    Kelge wont let this go .


    Youve crossed the line with thatment .


    Cedric , on the other hand , seemed oddly energized by the tension : Forget running ! Dr.


    Lloyd , put them in their ce already ! Clearly , Cedric had been itching for Andrew to take a stand .


    Andrew stood calmly , his expression unbothered despite the mounting tension .


    His voice was steady as he replied , I said , two loudmouthed strays from Bridgefields .


    Did everyone hear me clearly this time ? The crowd erupted into chaos .


    Chapter 324 Orion rolled up his sleeves , his face flushed with fury .


    You arrogant little punk ! Talking trash is easy lets see you prove yourself ! If you can beat me in appraising antiques , Ill call you Grandpa right here in front of everyone .


    Aspens voice wasced with contempt as she sneered , Andrew , your petty insults just show what a small man you are .


    Mr.


    Kelce and I were merely trying to offer you some advice , but instead , yoush out like a child throwing a tantrum .


    She stepped forward , her tone turning icy .


    Since youre so worked up , how about you ept Mr.


    Kelces challenge ? Forget your words show us if youve got any actual skill .


    Lets see if you can earn our respect .