Chapter 256

Atlas’s eye twitched nervously as he tugged at Finley’s sleeve. “Mr. Moore, let’s leave. This madman has completely lost it. It’s best not to provoke him further.”

Finley, already unnerved by Michael’s pitiful state, readily agreed and made a hasty escape. Meanwhile, Michael seethed with murderous rage but wisely refrained from retaliating, especially since his bodyguard, Bane, was absent.

“Andrew, Lauren, you’ll both pay for this,” Michael snarled, covering his swollen face as he fled.

Lauren whistled loudly, addressing the departing crowd. “Ladies and gentlemen, don't miss this! Michael, the heir who excels at gambling, drinking, and watching inappropriate videos in his room!”

The crowd erupted in laughter, causing Michael to stumble at the doorway. His reputation shattered, he cursed Lauren and Andrew, fleeing in humiliation.

Francesca doubled over with laughter. “Lauren, you’re absolutely ruthless! How will Michael ever show his face again?”

“He brought it on himself,” Lauren sniffed. “That bastard kept picking fights with Dr. Lloyd. He deserved it.”

As they left the Weller estate, Francesca remarked, “Harvey’s definitely made an enemy of Andrew today. Who knows what that psychopath might do next?”

“If he’s that eager to join his father, I’ll be happy to arrange it,” Andrew replied coldly.

Lauren quickly interjected, “Enough of this. Let’s celebrate! The medical center is finally complete!”

“What are we celebrating?” Francesca asked.

“Dr. Lloyd’s new medical center,” Lauren explained. “It’s finally ready.”

“So soon?” Andrew asked, surprised.

Lauren beamed. “Yes. I kept my promise. We’ve built you the finest medical center in Jayrodale. Your reputation as a master physician will spread far and wide!”

“In that case, let me treat you both to dinner,” Andrew offered. “It’s the least I can do to thank Ms. Rhodes.”

Lauren readily agreed. “Fine by me! As long as you’re happy, that’s all that matters.”

The clinic, built on property Andrew had acquired from the Weller family, was completed with remarkable speed thanks to Lauren’s construction team. The three found a quiet, elegant restaurant to celebrate.

After ordering several house specialties, Francesca suggested, “How about we open some bottles?”

Lauren’s eyes lit up. “Absolutely! The opening of Dr. Lloyd’s clinic calls for a proper celebration!”