Jake could not help but marvel at how a single conversation had completely changed his fate. His head was still spinning from the series of surprises.

"Ms. Rhodes, should we head to Madblade Martial Academy now?" Andrew suggested.

Lauren smirked playfully. "Dr. Lloyd, Natasha seemed quite different around you. Did something happen between you two?"

Andrew shook his head. "She's West End's leader, a widow. What could possibly happen between us?"

Lauren said suspiciously, "I don't believe you. The way she looked at you was exactly like a lonely woman gazing at her lover."

Women's intuition was truly frightening. First Francesca, and now Lauren was just as perceptive.

Andrew started the car and decided there was no point in hiding it. "Natasha wanted to be with me, but I turned her down because it didn't feel right."

Instead of getting jealous or upset as Andrew expected, Lauren became excited. "Really? Natasha offered herself to you? That widow sure moves fast!"

Andrew's