The cutter was beginning to regret his earlier actions because Andrew had proven to be far more formidable than expected, even outshining Aspen. If only he had not been so absolute in his statements before.

"What are you waiting for? Don't you trust me?" Aspen snapped when she noticed her cutter's hesitation.

The cutter flinched and quickly replied, "I'll cut open Ms. Stevens' stone right away. This time, Miss, you'll definitely win."

Andrew chuckled. "Aspen, your judgment is clouded. The