Chapter 19: The Penthouse is mine!

Kevin was shocked.

“That isn't fair. I got here first. The suite is mine. You can as well look for shelter elsewhere.”

The lady laughed as if she couldn't believe who was talking. “Is he about to cry? Oh, he's so pitiful”

The man joined in for a moment. He became sober almost immediately l. “Don't worry, I will give you $5,000 to get yourself a nice room befitting your status around here,” he said pompously.

Kevin scoffed and looked at the receptionist. “I got here first.”

“Well, it's not a matter of who got it first. You can't afford it! You should leave and go look for one that's worthy of you.”

“Yes! Max is being kind,” the woman added. “He's going to give you a whole $5000. You should take it and be grateful,” she said mockingly.

Max moved closer to the receptionist, with a wide smile on his face. “So, prepare the room for me. I will give you an extra $5,000 for your stress.”

The receptionist was overjoyed. “Thank you so much, sir! I will_”

“I'm taking the room,” Kevin said sudd