24 Playing The Hero

“The main issue now is that almost everyone here will go bankrupt if they don't get the money back… so I'm hoping you could take over the case,” Alice said, her eyes riddled with self-pity.

“Is it that bad?“ Thomas frowned, his thoughts unknown to all.

“Yes… some women here are nursing mothers, and I've told them that I know someone who can bring us out of this mess.“ Alice straightened her shoulders, her face beaming with pride.

She had long taken over the role of Mother Teresa, seeing the pitiful masses. However, her aim was far from sincere kindness.

Just like her daughter, she loved being in the spotlight even if she couldn't afford the means.

Therefore, she contacted Thomas so he could beat the weight of her insatiable greed for fame.

“A celebrity wannabe.“ Austin spat inwardly, his thoughts filled with contempt.

If he hadn't been in contact with this old hag for years now, he would've been fooled too. Just like others had presently.

“Oh?“ Thomas' eyebrows curled up, hearing Alic
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