Francesca looked shocked. "Lauren, you can't be serious—we're not letting you take all the blame alone!"

Aspen quickly chimed in, "She's right. If Andrew does get upset, we're not going to leave you out there on your own!"

Lauren held her head high, her expression firm. "I'd never want to disappoint Andrew, but honestly, I don't think he truly cares about the Stevens family anymore. Think about it—he's grown so powerful now. People like them barely register on his radar anymore. He's just annoyed by their presence, not hurt."

Francesca clapped her hands and grinned. "Exactly! I've been thinking the same. Andrew belongs to the three of us now. He doesn't have the energy to waste on others."

Lauren's eyes gleamed mischievously as she made the call. "Alright then—it's settled. We'll let Ms. Stevens and her family stay. Fran, prepare some food and get the rooms ready for them. Just make sure they don't disturb Andrew's rest.

"Aspen, go keep him company. Stick close and keep him b