Rising from the Ashes (Andrew) novel Chapter 1304

---- Chapter 1304. Andrew eyed the cup of tea in front of him but made no move to touch it. He said, "My mom taught me not to drink anything a stranger offers me." Jared's smile stiffened, and he let out an awkward chuckle. "Come on, Andrew, that's a bit much. I'm not exactly a stranger. I'm Fran's senior and one of Blumedale Hospital's most promising contenders at this year's Grand Medical Summit." Andrew raised an eyebrow, genuinely surprised. "Blumedale Hospital's most promising contender?

Wow, Jared, you sure aren't lacking in confidence." Jared straightened his crisp suit, clearing his throat. "As medical professionals, we should remain humble. Honestly, I'm already being quite modest." Andrew gave a slight nod. "Well, since you're Fran's senior, I suppose I can trust you. I just had a shouting match with a bunch of fools earlier, and I'm parched." Francesca chimed in with a playful smile. "If you're that thirsty, go ahead and drink.

If you're worried, you can have mine." Andrew shook his head, leaning in with a mischievous grin. "As tempting as that is, Fran, if I drank from your cup, it'd be like an indirect kiss. And in a public setting like this? Not the best look, don't you think?" ---- Francesca's cheeks flushed pink, and she gave him a playful swat." You jerk! Stop talking nonsense!" Jared, on the other hand, felt his jaw tighten. He wanted nothing more than to stand up and slap Andrew across the face.

This bastard had the nerve to flirt with his beloved Fran right in front of him. Did he even bother to ask for his permission? Andrew finally lifted the teacup to his lips, making Jared's heart race with anticipation. He thought, 'Perfect. Just a few more seconds, and the drug I laced into that cup will start to take effect." He could already picture Andrew making a complete fool of himself. As the tea touched his lips, Andrew suddenly paused, his eyes narrowing.

"Hey, Jared, you didn't spike this tea, did you? Something feels off." Jared silently cursed this troublemaker for being so cautious. Forcing a laugh, he waved it off. "Andrew, you're such a funny guy. If you're that worried, you can have my cup instead. Unless you find that too distasteful?" Andrew gave him a once-over and smirked. "No thanks. I'm not a fan of bad breath." ---- Jared's face turned an alarming shade of red.