Chapter 647 Lauren and Michael both fell silent , tension hanging in the air .


    Tiana gave Lauren a mocking smile .


    You really have a knack for siding with outsiders , dont you ? Whats the matter ? Just because Andrew spent a few billion dors , you feel the need to defend him ? Listen , Lauren , youre the Rhodes familys heiress .


    Family interestse before anything else , Tiana continued coldly .


    Do you honestly think Andrew threw billions around just because he cares about you ? No.


    He has his own hidden agenda and ambitions .


    She gave a disdainful scoff .


    He wants you .


    He wants to use you to establish a connection with the Rhodes family .


    Wake up , Lauren .


    Dont be so naive .


    Laurens face remained emotionless .


    Im fully aware of who truly cares about me .


    So , Im sorry , Mom , but I dont agree with you .


    Tianas expression hardened .


    Whether you agree or not , I dont care anymore .


    The decision is final .


    The factories .


    will prioritize Bane and the Pharmaceutical Divisions projects .


    If you believe Andrew can turn things around , then let him prove it .


    Laurens voice rose in anger .


    How is he supposed to prove anything if you wont even let the factories produce my forms ? Tiana sneered .


    If Andrew is as capable as you im , let him figure it out himself .


    Just then , the office door swung open , and Andrew walked in with an icy expression .


    Michael , who had been itching for a fight , exploded in rage .


    Who the hell let you in ? Get out ! This is a Rhodes family meeting .


    What right do you have to be here ? Andrew motioned with his hand , his voice cold .


    What right ? Come over here , and Ill show you .


    Michael gritted his teeth and stomped toward Andrew .


    Oh , Iming .


    Lets see what youve got ! Heres the truth , Andrew youre nothing but a pile of shit to the Rhodes family , Michael spat venomously .


    Before Michael could finish , Andrew pped him .


    Michael let out a pained howl as he was sent flying back three meters and crashed to the ground .


    You hit me ? In front of Aunt Tiana ? Michael screamed as he scrambled to his feet , clutching his bruised face .


    His eyes zed with fury .


    Youre dead , Andrew ! I swear Ill kill you today ! Andrews eyes shed with a deadly gleam .


    He strode forward and pped Michael twice more , sending teeth , spit , and blood flying .


    Michael stumbled back , utterly humiliated .


    Andrew stood over him , his voice cold and detached Listen carefully .


    Youre not the CEO anymore .


    So what makes you think you can act tough ? Second , Andrew added , his eyes narrowing , you seem to forget that I hold a five billion dor stake in Rhodes Corporation .


    You think you can just insult a major shareholder without consequences ? Mrs.


    Rhodes being here wont save you .


    In fact , I was about to ask her to weigh in on your behavior .


    Turning to Tiana , Andrew spoke calmly , Mrs.


    Rhodes , Michael attacked me without provocation .


    Dont you think you should step in and handle this ? Or has Rhodes Corporation be so rotten that your family can bully whoever they want without repercussions ? Tiana crossed her arms and gave a coldugh .


    Mr.


    Lloyd , are you trying to put me in a corner with that question ? Chapter 647 Andrews tone remained even .


    Not at all .


    Im simply wondering if Rhodes Corporation has decayed beyond repair .


    If so , I can always pull my investment and walk away .