hapter 565 Chapter 565 On the stage , Cedric grabbed the microphone and spoke coldly , Apologies to Dr.


    Lloyd and all the guests .


    Ivee up here to announce something important .


    From this moment forward , my eldest apprentice , Simon Gaal , is expelled from my family and teachings ! Gasps rippled through the crowd , followed by a flurry of heated discussions .


    Cedric just made a public announcernent like that at Mount Apothecarys grand opening .


    The Aickers must have some serious internal conflict ! Simon is Cedrics top apprentice and is also a well known figure in Jayrodale .


    What could have happened to make Cedric cast him out ? Ive heard Simons been infatuated with Francesca for years , but shes never been interested .


    Maybe thats the real reason Cedric lost his temper ? After making his deration , Cedric walked off the stage without giving further exnation .


    Francesca rushed over , clutching his arm with teary eyes .


    Grandpa , what happened ? Why did you drive Simon away ? Whats going on ? she asked in distress .


    Cedric huffed .


    Fran , today is Dr.


    Lloyds big day .


    I wont letthat ungrateful scum ruin it .


    Just remember if he ever thinks he can have you , itll be over my dead body ! Andrew joined them and sighed .


    Dr.


    Aicker , was that really necessary : Cedric shook his head apologetically .


    Dr.


    Lloyd , I lost myposure .


    I shouldnt have done that during your ceremony .


    Andrew smiled faintly .


    I wasnt talking about the timing meant that if you expel Simon , it might weaken the Aickers future .


    Cedrics expression hardened .


    Even if the Aickers copses , I wont allow that disgrace to remain under my roof .


    Andrew nced at Francesca .


    Fran , stay with your grandfather for now .


    Well catch up after the ceremony .


    Francesca wiped her tears and nodded .


    Dont worry , Andrew .


    Ill take care of him .


    You go handle the guests .


    As Andrew turned to leave , his eyes grew cold .


    Natasha , who had been keeping watch from a distance , took the opportunity to approach him .


    Need me to step in , darling ? she whispered yfully .


    Andrews tone was sharp .


    Did you see where Simon went ? Natasha nodded .


    He slipped away in a fit of rage while everyone was distracted by Cedrics announcement .


    Andrew frowned .


    Keep an eye out .


    Hes vengeful .


    I wouldnt be surprised if he tried to harm Cedric or Francesca .


    Natasha chuckled darkly .


    If he dares make a move , Ill y him alive .


    She immediately ordered her West End enforcers to secure the area around Moonlit Apothecary .


    Just then , anothermotion stirred as a group from the Rhodes family arrived .


    Andrew raised an eyebrow when he spotted Tiana among them .


    Heposed himself and walked forward , greeting them with a polite smile .


    Lauren , Mrs.


    Rhodes , wee , he said .


    Lauren returned his smile warmly .


    Dr.


    Lloyd , congrattions ! 12 +35 BO  Chapter 565 She presented him with a pair ofrge posters .


    Andrew unrolled them and read the bold words , Dedicated to Healing and Humanity ! and The Best Miracle Doctor ! Thank you , Andrew said with augh .


    He handed the banners to Dn , who took them to be disyedter .


    Tiana , d in an elegant dress befitting her stature , gracefully approached , supported by Laurens secretary , Eunice .


    Behind her , Jerry led a security team of elite guards , their presence both protective and intimidating .


    Mr.


    Lloyd , looks like you went all out for this grand opening , Tiana remarked casually .


    I take it you spent a pretty penny hiring all these people for the show ?