Rising from the Ashes (Andrew) novel Chapter 513

Chapter 513 Chapter 513 +25 BONUS Andrew froze , startled by Laurens serious tone .

Looking at her earnest expression , he seemed to understand something deeper Target you ? Someone mustve told you that .

But , Lauren , what do you think ? Andrew replied with a faint smile , offering no further explanation .

Lauren shook her head firmly .

I dont believe it .

Thats why Im asking you directly .

Andrews expression turned cold .

I dont care whos feeding you these ideas .

I only want to tell you one thing I came to Rhodes Corporation for one reason : you .

There are no schemes , no ulterior motives , no hidden agendas .

Im here because I see you as my friend .

Without warning , Lauren threw herself into his arms , catching Andrew completely off guard .

A faint floral fragrance swept over him .

In the next moment , her soft , delicate body pressed against his , filling his embrace entirely .

Andrew instinctively wrapped his arms around her , startled .

Lauren , you- She tilted her head back , her eyes glistening with unshed tears as she whispered , her / breath warm against him , No.

I dont want to just be your friend .

I want to be your woman , your wife .

I want you to claim me completely , passionately ! No … You- Dont speak .

Kiss me .

Hard ! Lauren murmured , closing her eyes and lifting her vibrant , kissable lips to meet his .

Her lips were impossibly soft , smooth as silk , and carried the faint sweetness of her lipstick .

The kiss flooded Andrews mind with a whirlwind of sensations .

He had been surrounded by beautiful women before , but this was the first time he had truly crossed the boundary of intimacy .