Chapter 560
Christina glanced at Aspen and asked, “Are you heading out for something important, Aspen?”
Aspen smirked coldly. “Haven’t you noticed the commotion in Jayrodale today, Christina?”
Christina frowned. “Are you referring to the opening ceremony of Andrew’s medical center?”
Aspen’s tone turned icy. “Exactly. Since early this morning, people have been hyping it up, making a big scene in the streets, as if they’re desperate for attention. He’s celebrating his grand opening, right? Well, I’m in a good mood – I’ll head over and turn it into a grand closing!”
Christina shook her head with a hint of disdain. “Aspen, it’s just some low-level marketing. Why even bother paying attention to it? Andrew has the backing of Lauren, Francesca, and, apparently, even Marvin now. So yes, his career is starting to gain traction, and he finally managed to open a medical center of his own.
“But at the end of the day, it’s just a small medical center, a place for treating patients and making some money. It’s no different from a roadside clinic. Nothing special. In my opinion, there’s no need to wade into these waters. Isn’t your focus on setting up a pharmaceutical plant in Jayrodale? The Stevens family could collaborate with you on that.”
Aspen raised a hand, signaling Christina to stop. Her voice was sharp and cold. “I know you’re making sense, Christina. Andrew can do whatever he likes. To us, he’s nothing more than a minor character who can’t even make it to the main stage!
“But every time I think about the humiliation he’s caused me, I can’t just let it go. No matter what, I’m heading over today to completely destroy his medical center. Let’s see what Lauren and Francesca can do about it!”
Christina grew serious. “Aspen, I really think you should reconsider. Smashing up the medical center might be too impulsive. Also, don’t forget that Andrew has Marvin, the wealthiest man in Jayrodale, backing him. If you act recklessly, it’ll definitely attract his attention.”
Aspen sneered. “So what if Marvin backs him? I’m not afraid of him. Worst case, I’ll leave Jayrodale. I’ll rake in some serious money here and head back to Blumedale. Who can stop me then?”
Christina couldn’t help but worry. Aspen had arrived in Jayrodale full of ambition and confidence, but repeated setbacks had left her impatient and quick-tempered.
If this continued, Aspen might end up suffering a huge loss.
At that moment, Irene and Leroy entered the room.
“Christie, let’s go check out the scene too,” Leroy suggested with a grin. “Andrew opening a medical center? Who would’ve thought he’d come this far? We should go see if it’s just some rundown shack. It’ll probably reek of poverty!”
Irene scoffed. “Successful men open companies, run corporations, or launch big projects. But him? He opens a medical center. What a joke. Even in business, he’s just dabbling.”
Leroy countered, “Mom, don’t underestimate medical centers. Many high-end ones are run by top-tier medical experts and make a lot of money.”
Irene rolled her eyes. “Of course I know that, but do you really think Andrew’s medical center will have that kind of prestige?
“I doubt Aspen even needs to smash it up. Let him keep it open – it’ll probably shut down in two or three days on its own. Maybe he’ll even get reported for something and end up in jail!”
Christina sighed. “Fine, we’ll go with you, Aspen. But I still think you should avoid using force. Making more enemies won’t do you any good.”
Internally, Christina scoffed at the thought. ‘Andrew, you’re opening a medical center and making such a huge spectacle of it, flaunting your success so ostentatiously. Well, now you’ve drawn Aspen’s ire. Maybe even the Weller family or others like Finley will show up to cause trouble. You’re practically inviting humiliation upon yourself.’