Harvey glanced at Andrew, shaking his head with a smile. "I apologize if my words offended you, Andrew. I simply meant that a lady from a prestigious family like Fran should be accompanied by a gentleman befitting her status."

Though not overtly insulting, Harvey's words dripped with upper-class superiority and dismissiveness toward Andrew.

Andrew grinned. "I'm impressed. Also, didn't you say earlier that you'd cover all expenses at Oakridge Club today?"

Harvey nodded, surprised by the question. "That's right. Whatever you want to drink or do, it's on me."

"Well, since you offered, I'd be rude to refuse," Andrew replied, his smile widening.

Harvey chuckled and walked away with Christina, not bothering to respond further. He had hoped to have some fun with this nobody, but Andrew did not even pique his interest.

Christina was already eager to leave. Her disappointment in Andrew had turned to disgust. It seemed he knew he could not compete with Harvey and was shamelessly tryi