Rising from the Ashes BY Only For You Novel

Chapter 590 Chapter 590 Rodney lay at Aspens feet , his body soaked in blood , her triumphant stance making it clear who had the upper hand .

Anyone who caught her gaze instinctively looked away , too afraid to meet her eyes .

Gordons overwhelming presence filled the air with dread , silencing even those who despised Aspens arrogance .

Though her words were infuriating , no one dared risk their lives for Rodney .

Everyone valued their own survival too much to challenge Gordon .

Mark finally spoke in a grave tone .

Aspen , thats enough .

Youve beaten him half to death .

Whatever grudge you had with Madblade Martial Academy , I think its time to put it to rest .

Mark had never been fond of the academy , but as the citys mayor , he could not just stand by and watch Rodney be tortured to death by someone from out of town .

Aspen chuckled softly .

Of course , Mr.

Thatcher , I wouldnt dare disrespect your authority .

But tell me this Rodney humiliated me and nearly ruined my reputation as a woman .

Do you think a few broken bones are enough to settle that kind of score ? Marks brow furrowed .

What do you want , then ? Aspens smile turned cold .

At the very least , I want Rodney to lose the ability to be a man .

Mark fell silent , fully understanding the dilemma .

Rodneys actions had caused a serious issue , and with someone like Gordon standing beside Aspen , interfering too much could provoke conflict with the powers in Bridgefields .

Sensing that Mark was stuck , Aspen shifted her focus to Marvin and Tiana .

Flashing a respectful smile , she said , Mr.

Yates , Mrs.

Rhodes , I apologize for the unpleasant scene today .

Im just a woman who was nearly robbed of her dignity .

With a grudge that deep , I cant rest until its avenged even if it means going to extremes .

She bowed politely to both of them as she spoke .

Marvin sipped his tea , his tone indifferent .

Ms.

Stevens , your personal matters are none of my concern .

11 Tiana offered a small smile .

As a woman , I understand your pain .

Reputation is everything to a woman .

Whatever actions you take , I wouldnt consider them excessive .

Thank you , Mr.

Yates , Mr.

Thatcher , and Mrs.

Rhodes , Aspen replied graciously .

She had accomplished exactly what she wanted securing the silent approval of Jayrodales most powerful figures .

Now , even if she went too far and accidentally killed Rodney , these influential people would have a hard time holding her fully accountable .

At worst , any fallout could be mitigated through her familys political connections .

Aspen glanced down at Rodney , her lips curling into a smirk .

Youre pathetic , Mr.

Sanford .

The future heir of Madblade Martial Academy , one of Jayrodales Four Most Eligible Bachelors reduced to this .

She ground her heel into his face and laughed softly .

And now youre lying here like a half dead dog .

Look around -this whole city is watching , and not a single person is willing to save you .

No one even dares to speak up for you .

Isnt that tragic ? Her words stung the crowd below .

They were directed at Rodney , but everyone knew she was really mocking Jayrodale as a whole .

The message was clear Aspen had broken one of the citys most prominent young men , and no one dared to challenge her for it .