REVENGE OF THE VAGABOND

CHAPTER 117

Oliver was in deep trouble. He had been told by his step-brother, Carter, that he was to marry a woman he had never met. The thought of an arranged marriage made Oliver feel nauseous, but he knew he had no choice in the matter.

As he dressed for the evening gathering, Carter barged into the dressing room.

“Oliver, you look like a vagrant. You cannot go to the investor’s gathering dressed like that,” Rafe scolded.

Oliver sighed, knowing that Carter was right. He quickly changed into his best suit and followed Carter to the private restaurant where the gathering was taking place.

As they entered the room, Oliver felt out of place. Everyone was dressed in expensive suits and dresses, and he felt like a fish out of water.

“Ah, there you are, Oliver,”Carter exclaimed, grabbing his arm and leading him over to a group of investors. “This is my step-brother, Oliver. He’ll be joining us in the deal.”

The investors all turned to look at Oliver, sizing him up as if he was a piece of meat. Oliver