Chapter 468

After buying breakfast for two downstairs at the Rhodes Corporation building, Andrew headed toward the elevator. Just then, Marcus stepped out of his modest Volkswagen Passat, briefcase in hand, looking utterly exhausted.

When Marcus walked closer, Andrew smiled and teased, "Mr. Chapman, as a department head at Rhodes Corporation, don’t you think driving a car like this is a bit too modest?"

Marcus managed a weak smile when he recognized Andrew. "Good morning, Mr. Lloyd. I’m not too particular about cars—as long as it gets me where I need to go comfortably, I’m fine."

"You look like you haven’t slept all night, Mr. Chapman. Is something bothering you?" Andrew asked casually.

"Work’s been quite overwhelming. I didn’t sleep well last night," Marcus replied.

"Work is important, but you need to take care of your health, Mr. Chapman," Andrew advised.

They chatted briefly before heading into the building and going their separate ways.

When Andrew arrived at Lauren’s office, he found her already at work, dressed in a sleek business suit with her hair pulled back in a high ponytail.

He smiled as he said, "Even if you’re busy, you need to eat breakfast, Ms. Rhodes."

Lauren set aside her work and walked over excitedly. "Thank you for breakfast, Dr. Lloyd! Oh wow, you got my favorite breakfast crepes and soy milk!"

Andrew set the food on her desk and said with a grin, "I eat pretty simply, so if this isn’t to your liking, I’ll go get you something else."

Lauren shook her head, already munching on the crepes. "No, I love this kind of food. Anything you bring, I’ll happily eat."

Andrew noticed Eunice at her desk and invited, "Eunice, come join us—there’s plenty!"

Eunice wrinkled her nose and said disdainfully, "I don’t eat this kind of stuff. Ms. Rhodes usually doesn’t either—it’s too cheap and unhygienic."

Lauren shot her a cold glare. "If you can’t speak properly, then don’t speak at all."

Eunice felt hurt, noting how Lauren’s attitude toward her had soured since Andrew’s arrival.

"Don’t force yourself if you don’t like it. I can get you something else," Andrew offered kindly.

Lauren continued eating enthusiastically. "Who says I don’t like it? I just never had a chance to eat this kind of food before because Eunice always brought me other stuff. But this? I think it’s delicious."

Eunice muttered under her breath, "You’re just biased. Even if Andrew brought you dirt, you’d think it was gourmet!"

Lauren’s voice turned cold. "Since you’re so eager to talk back, maybe you should go be Michael’s secretary instead. We can bring his secretary here—she’s quite the flirt, perfect to serve my Dr. Lloyd."

The threat silenced Eunice immediately. She would rather jump off the building than work for Michael.

Meanwhile, Andrew felt awkward about being dragged into their argument.

After breakfast, Andrew decided to share his concerns with Lauren. "Ms. Rhodes, I think Mr. Chapman might be in serious trouble."

"What makes you say that?" Lauren asked, surprised.

"I ran into him downstairs this morning. He looked terrible, completely out of it, and I’m sure he’s hiding something," Andrew explained.

Before Lauren could respond, an employee burst into the office in panic. "Ms. Rhodes, something terrible has happened—Mr. Chapman is threatening to jump from the building!"