Andrew said nothing, but that was exactly what he meant.
Tears welled up in Emilyโs eyes and rolled down her cheeks. โAndrew, what ifโฆ I mean, if I were willing to take everything off and sleep with you? Iโm willing to give myself to you. Would that change how you see me?โ
Andrew looked straight at her. โMs. Emily, is this really worth it to you?โ
Without hesitation, Emily replied, โIt is. I think itโs completely worth it. I know Hannah and Freya have already confessed to you, havenโt they? You probably turned down Hannah already, didnโt you?โ
She pleaded, โSo, Andrew, why not give me a chance? If you have me, itโs like having half of the Keller family in your corner. With that kind of support, youโd be unstoppable in Blumedale. Moving up would be a walk in the park!โ
Andrew smiled faintly. โThatโs a tempting offer, but unfortunately, Iโve never cared much for status or power. Mainly becauseโฆ Iโm already doing fine on my own. Now, get dressed. Itโs freezing. Oh, and donโt worry. I wonโt tell a soul about what happened today. Iโll keep your secret. Goodbye.โ
With that, Andrew turned and walked out of Emilyโs room, leaving the Keller estate without a second glance. It was not until the cold air hit his face outside that he finally felt like he could breathe again.
Damn it. Those three Keller sisters really were a handful.
If he were a little more of a scumbag, none of them would have stood a chance. Andrew could have easily taken advantage of the familyโs trust in him and slept with all three, one after another.
Hell, he could have gone even further and had them serve him together. Few men on earth could say they lived that kind of life. He hailed a cab and headed straight for the Peck family estate.
Some thoughts were better left unthought. If he dwelled on it too long, they would just spiral into madness.
Back in Emilyโs bedroom, she listlessly began putting her clothes back on. She had actually sensed Andrewโs rejection would come beforehand, but when it actually happened, it still stung.
She had never been so forward in her entire life, never thrown away her dignity like this. Yet, this man had still heartlessly rejected her.
Strangely, Emily could not muster even a trace of anger or hatred toward him. Instead, she felt wronged, dejected, and tinged with selfโmockery.
It was clear now that Andrew was no longer someone she could reach for.
โEmily!โ
The sudden call made Emily jump, and she quickly fastened her bra. Looking up, she saw Freya standing outside her room, now walking in.
โFreya, youโฆโ Emily felt both embarrassed and annoyed.
Freya really had a knack for showing up unannounced. What was she supposed to do now?
โEmily, you donโt need to hide it anymore. I heard everything you and Andrew did just now from outside,โ Freya said calmly, her eyes full of meaning.
Emilyโs hands froze while getting dressed. She exhaled deeply and admitted honestly, โFine, Freya. Since you already know, I wonโt say much more about it. Hannah probably doesnโt have a chance anymore, so I thought maybe we could work together and give it a try.โ
Her voice grew uncertain. โAre you angry with me?โ
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Freya smiled. โNo way.โ
Emily looked surprised. โYouโre not mad that Iโm competing with you for Andrew?โ
Freya nodded. โNot at all. Iโm not like Hannah. Iโm not that petty. Weโve both seen what kind of man Andrew is. If I want to be his woman, itโs only natural that youโd want the same thing; weโre both women, after all. I have no right to blame you for that.โ
Emily smiled bitterly. โToo bad I ended up getting rejected just like Hannah did. I used to be so arrogant, never taking him seriously. Now Iโm getting exactly what I deserve!โ
Freya covered her mouth and giggled. โBut I still admire your courage! Just now, I thought Andrew might lose his selfโcontrol under the influence of alcohol. If that had happened, you wouldโve been in for quite a treat!โ
Emily flushed with indignation. โShut up! Stop talking nonsense!โ
Freya huffed. โIโm not talking nonsense! You stripped naked! What you wanted to do was pretty obvious, wasnโt it? Emily, werenโt you afraid that Andrew really might lose control and take you right then and there?โ
Emilyโs face burned red as she gritted her teeth. โIf he dared to, then I wouldโve gone all the way with it.โ
Freya pursed her lips. โYou might as well forget it. That would just be giving him a free advantage.โ
Emily gave a knowing smile and shot back, โSo you want to be the one to give him that advantage insteadโฆ Is that what youโre thinking?โ
Caught in her scheming, Freya first felt annoyed. Then, she brazenly admitted it without batting an eye. She said, โYes, I want to give my body to him, too. Thatโs the only way to tie down a wild horse like him.โ
They were both smart women. Truth be told, most heirs from wealthy families were not exactly geniuses, but they were not idiots either. When it came to protecting their own interests, none of them were pushovers.
The only real tactic was to trap him and lock him down so he could not escape if he tried.
Freya bit her lip. โI donโt want to give up. If I get another chance in the future, I still want to have him.โ
Emilyโs heart was also stirring restlessly. โI donโt know what to do about my situation either. Iโll just take it one step at a time. Andrew probably has no interest in me anymore. I canโt bring myself to force myself on him because that would look too desperate!โ
Freya suggested, โHow about thisโฆ Andrew should at least end up with one of us three. That way, weโd at least secure him for the Keller family.โ
Emily nodded. โYeah, I was thinking the same thing. Freya, we both need to keep trying!โ
While the two sisters were pumping each other up and plotting, Andrew had already arrived at the Peck residence.
As soon as they met, Victoria frowned. โAndrew, you reek of alcohol. Plus, I can smell three different perfumes on you. You were up to no good before coming here, werenโt you?โ
Meeting Victoriaโs knowing smile, Andrew immediately protested his innocence.