Rising from the Ashes BY Only For You Novel

hapter 565 Chapter 565 On the stage , Cedric grabbed the microphone and spoke coldly , Apologies to Dr.

Lloyd and all the guests .

Ive come up here to announce something important .

From this moment forward , my eldest apprentice , Simon Gaal , is expelled from my family and teachings ! Gasps rippled through the crowd , followed by a flurry of heated discussions .

Cedric just made a public announcernent like that at Mount Apothecarys grand opening .

The Aickers must have some serious internal conflict ! Simon is Cedrics top apprentice and is also a well known figure in Jayrodale .

What could have happened to make Cedric cast him out ? Ive heard Simons been infatuated with Francesca for years , but shes never been interested .

Maybe thats the real reason Cedric lost his temper ? After making his declaration , Cedric walked off the stage without giving further explanation .

Francesca rushed over , clutching his arm with teary eyes .

Grandpa , what happened ? Why did you drive Simon away ? Whats going on ? she asked in distress .

Cedric huffed .

Fran , today is Dr.

Lloyds big day .

I wont letthat ungrateful scum ruin it .

Just remember if he ever thinks he can have you , itll be over my dead body ! Andrew joined them and sighed .

Dr.

Aicker , was that really necessary : Cedric shook his head apologetically .

Dr.

Lloyd , I lost my composure .

I shouldnt have done that during your ceremony .

Andrew smiled faintly .

I wasnt talking about the timing meant that if you expel Simon , it might weaken the Aickers future .

Cedrics expression hardened .

Even if the Aickers collapses , I wont allow that disgrace to remain under my roof .

Andrew glanced at Francesca .

Fran , stay with your grandfather for now .

Well catch up after the ceremony .

Francesca wiped her tears and nodded .

Dont worry , Andrew .

Ill take care of him .

You go handle the guests .

As Andrew turned to leave , his eyes grew cold .

Natasha , who had been keeping watch from a distance , took the opportunity to approach him .

Need me to step in , darling ? she whispered playfully .

Andrews tone was sharp .

Did you see where Simon went ? Natasha nodded .

He slipped away in a fit of rage while everyone was distracted by Cedrics announcement .

Andrew frowned .

Keep an eye out .

Hes vengeful .

I wouldnt be surprised if he tried to harm Cedric or Francesca .

Natasha chuckled darkly .

If he dares make a move , Ill flay him alive .

She immediately ordered her West End enforcers to secure the area around Moonlit Apothecary .

Just then , another commotion stirred as a group from the Rhodes family arrived .

Andrew raised an eyebrow when he spotted Tiana among them .

He composed himself and walked forward , greeting them with a polite smile .

Lauren , Mrs.

Rhodes , welcome , he said .

Lauren returned his smile warmly .

Dr.

Lloyd , congratulations ! 12 +35 BO +25 BONUS Chapter 565 She presented him with a pair of large posters .

Andrew unrolled them and read the bold words , Dedicated to Healing and Humanity ! and The Best Miracle Doctor ! Thank you , Andrew said with a laugh .

He handed the banners to Dylan , who took them to be displayed later .

Tiana , clad in an elegant dress befitting her stature , gracefully approached , supported by Laurens secretary , Eunice .

Behind her , Jerry led a security team of elite guards , their presence both protective and intimidating .

Mr.

Lloyd , looks like you went all out for this grand opening , Tiana remarked casually .

I take it you spent a pretty penny hiring all these people for the show ?