Chapter 1463
Seeing the blush on Yara’s face only gave Andrew a headache. He said, “Alright, enough. Let’s talk business first. You asked me to come here, and whatever you’ve got might actually be useful.”
Yara knew she could not push too far. After all, Andrew was not the type of man who let women manipulate him just because they batted their lashes–unless, of course, she could one day get him by the balls.
She began, “Remember when your little maid Aspen got kidnapped? That whole thing was orchestrated by my brother, Quinton. He was the one who joined Mosby and Rafael to make it happen.”
Andrew’s eyes narrowed. “So I was right. Quinton really is in bed with those two.”
Yara recalled something and continued. “He came to me and asked me to beg you for help with something. He didn’t specify what exactly, and I didn’t ask.”
That made something click in Andrew’s mind–Christina had said the same thing earlier.
So, what exactly was Quinton after?
Then it hit him: the treasure map. The Rhodes family’s piece could not be revealed.
Could it be that Mosby and Rafael, out of options, sent Quinton to get his help? The more he thought about it, the more likely it seemed.
He should have searched that little bastard when he had him on the ground earlier–maybe he had part of the map on him. Then again, it did not really matter.
The Rhodes family’s map was the only one that could be revealed with a virgin’s blood, and he had that in his possession. Eventually, Quinton, Mosby, or Rafael would have to come to him.
Without one fragment, they would never be able to piece together the complete treasure map.
Yara took a sip of coffee, then suddenly said, “Andrew, I think you shouldn’t go too far with Mr. Driscoll or Dr. Lake. Making them full-on enemies might not be smart.”
Andrew raised a brow. “Oh? You think I’m scared of them?”
Yara shook her head. “Of course not. You’re not the type to be scared of anyone. I think you’ve already hit a peak. If you keep moving steadily, you’ll reach the top. But if things get too ugly with Rafael–he’s from the Driscoll family–and if they step in, that could bring real trouble.”
Andrew scoffed. “I don’t need the Driscolls to step in. I’m already planning to go find them myself.”
Yara blinked, stunned. “Why would you do that?”
Everyone knew the Driscolls were part of the Three Titans. Picking a fight with them was practically suicide.
Andrew’s voice was calm and cold. “No reason. My principle’s always been the same: don’t start fights, but don’t back down if someone gets in my way.”
Of course, there was Lauren too. But he had no intention of sharing that part with Yara.
Yara understood that some things were beyond her reach. She smiled faintly and leaned in again. “Okay, serious talk’s done. How about you go watch a movie with me?”
Andrew shook his head. “It’s too late. By the time we’re out, it’ll be almost midnight.”
Yara pouted. “Isn’t that perfect? My period just ended.”
The implication was loud and clear—any guy with half a brain would get it.
Chapter 1483
“Ms. Wright, goodbye. I need to head back," Andrew said flatly, "otherwise, the three little monsters at home will tear the place down.”
With a smirk, Andrew ignored Yara’s irritation and got up to leave.
Left alone in the cafe, Yara’s smile slowly faded. She mumbled, “Andrew, you really are a man who doesn’t take the bait. That makes you a challenge. But I believe in my charm. Let’s see how you keep up this saintly act when I straddle you completely naked one day.”
She had made up her mind–she would latch onto Andrew’s coattails.
Yara was smart enough to know that if she wanted to hold onto this man, sex was non-negotiable. Otherwise, she would never have a real grip on the powerful ally.