Chapter 324  Christina sighed, ncing at Andrew with a mix of helplessness and frustration


    Aspen, enough already, she said, tugging her cousins arm lightly.


    Lets just walk around.


    I want to find a couple of good pieces to bring home.


    Aspen chuckled, clearly enjoying the attention, and let Christina pull her away. Sure, Christie, lets look around, she replied, her voice dripping with smugness.


    You know, back in Bridgefields, I was trained by the best since I was a kid.


    Ive never been wrong about authenticity in antiques, not even once.


    Christina could not help but admire Aspens confidence.


    They were cousins, and Aspen was just a year older.


    Yet, she always seemed soposed and capable.


    Whether it was her sharp instincts ormanding presence, Aspen had the kind of charm that Christina found hard to rival, even with her own pride.


    Just as the tension seemed to subside, a sharp, mocking voice broke through the hushed crowd.


    Two strays from Bridgefields barking away, but now theyre scurrying off with their tails tucked


    The more you ignore them, the louder they bark sometimes you just have to put them in their ce. The crowd wentpletely silent.


    They could not believe that someone had just called Orion and Aspen dogs.


    Orions expression darkened instantly


    He red at Andrew and growled, Kid, what did your just say? Say it again if youve got the guts! Aspen froze mid step, slowly turning back to face Andrew, her gaze sharp and ice cold.


    Ill give you one chance, she said, her tone clipped andmanding.


    Apologize, get on your knees, and admit you were wrong.


    Francesca stammered, nearly burying her face in her hands.


    Andrew, did you really just call them ... that? Youre just asking to make enemies! Sensing the gravity of the situation, Elsie whispered urgently, Mr.


    Lloyd, let me cover for you just leave now.


    Someone like Mr.


    Kelge wont let this go.


    Youve crossed the line with thatment


    Cedric, on the other hand, seemed oddly energized by the tension: Forget running! Dr.


    Lloyd, put them in their ce already! Clearly, Cedric had been itching for Andrew to take a stand.


    Andrew stood calmly, his expression unbothered despite the mounting tension


    His voice was steady as he replied, I said, two loudmouthed strays from Bridgefields.


    Did everyone hear me clearly this time? The crowd erupted into chaos.


    Chapter 324 Orion rolled up his sleeves, his face flushed with fury.


    You arrogant little punk! Talking trash is easy lets see you prove yourself! If you can beat me in


    appraising antiques, III call you Grandpa right here in front of everyone.


    Aspens voice wasced with contempt as she sneered, Andrew, your petty insults just show what a


    small man you are.


    Mr.


    Kelce and I were merely trying to offer you some advice, but instead, yoush out like a child throwing a tantrum


    She stepped forward, her tone turning icy.


    Since youre so worked up, how about you ept Mr.


    Kelces challenge? Forget your words show us if youve got any actual skill.


    Lets see if you can earn our respect.