Incredible Michael Ventura

The mayor

The next evening, Michael arrived at the party feeling nervous. He wasn't used to high society events like this, and he knew that he would be surrounded by important figures and influential people. As he walked into the luxurious ballroom, he spotted Billy James across the room and hurried over to greet him.

"Mr. James, it's good to see you again," Michael said, extending his hand.

"Billy, please. And it's good to see you too, Michael," Billy replied warmly. "Let me introduce you to some of the people that are here tonight."

Billy led Michael to a group of well-dressed men and women who were chatting and sipping champagne. "Michael, this is the mayor of the city, Mr. Johnson," Billy said, gesturing towards a tall man with a haughty look on his face. "And this is Mrs. Reynolds, the head of the Chamber of Commerce."

Michael nodded politely and introduced himself. "It's an honor to meet you both."

The mayor eyed Michael skeptically, looking him up and down with disdain. "And who might yo