Nathan, feeling victorious, thanked Cordelia with a smile, "Thank you, Cordelia. I appreciate it. I'll message you to finalize the details. Looking forward to our dinner.”Cordelia shook her head, "Don't worry about him; let's not talk about him."Benjamin nodded, respecting her wish not to delve into the topic.Cordelia's attention shifted to the gift box, and she inquired, "Are you delivering this gift to someone tonight? I can drive you there."Benjamin smiled lightly, "Actually, I don't even know what's inside. It was given to me by my mom.”"You don't know what's inside? Then how are you delivering it to someone?"Benjamin didn't say a word and proceeded to unwrap the gift. As the wrapping came off, he opened the box, revealing its contents.Inside the box was a stunning silver necklace adorned with a delicate pendant, catching the light in an intricate pattern that left Cordelia and Benjamin momentarily captivated.Cordelia had noticed the necklace instantly, mentioning its name
Benjamin nodded and said, "Yes, I will be able to make it."Cordelia nodded and added, "I hope you can have a good sleep. You shouldn't be late to class tomorrow; I have a class with you guys.”"What are we going to learn?" he asked."Isn't it a fraud to tell you that already?" she said.Benjamin laughed and said, "Okay, okay, no need to tell me. But will you punish me if I'm late?"Cordelia looked at him and asked, "Any doubt? Even if you are a minute late, I might punish you, and I mean it.""Okay, Ms. I'll try my best to be on campus on time to avoid getting punished by you.”"That would be good," Cordelia said and then continued driving.Looking at the time, it was late. Benjamin didn't want to go home; after all, it was very far, so he decided to get a hotel and then sleep."Uhm, we are close to the Imperial Luminary Hotel; stop when we get there," he said."Why are you getting down near the hotel? Won't you head home?" Cordelia asked.Benjamin shook his head and said, "It's very
Benjamin chuckled and said, “fine I'll leave obeying the rules but kneel and ask for forgiveness else..”The security chuckled and said, "What will you do to me? Beat me or get me fired?"Benjamin nodded and replied, "Yes, you'll be fired. Although you're doing your job, you're very rude."The security laughed mockingly, "Although you look handsome, you're very poor too. Look at your dressing, yuck! I want to puke. Do you want me to drag you outside or hit you with my stick? Which one?”You still have the last chance to kneel, and I'll let you go; otherwise, as I said, you're losing this job. Benjamin emphasized once again.The security guard laughed and retorted, "If I don't lose this job, remember I'll deal with you."Benjamin nodded and calmly stated, "Since you want to prove to be tough, I'll show you where the power lies." Without further ado, he sent a text message to Ezra, including the security guard's name which was on his uniform. The security guard, thinking Benjamin was b
“Sir, please, I'm begging you. I'll do whatever it takes to make things right. I'll apologize a thousand times if I have to. This job means everything to me. I'll change, I promise. Just give me one more chance,"Benjamin, however, was resolute. "Opportunity comes but once. You had yours, and you wasted it. Now, leave before I take further action."The security guard, looking defeated and saddened, nodded. "I understand. I'm truly sorry for everything," he said, apologizing once again. He then walked away, shoulders slouched, realizing the gravity of his mistakes. Benjamin, without a second glance, opened the glass door and walked inside the hotel.As Benjamin stepped through the revolving glass doors of the opulent seven-star hotel, he was immediately enveloped by a world of unparalleled luxury and grandeur. The vast lobby, adorned with gleaming marble floors and exquisite floral arrangements, stretched before him like a palatial scene from a dream. The air was delicately perfumed w
The beautiful lady frowned, hearing Benjamin yell, and said, "Hello, this is a hotel, not your home. Please don't yell."Benjamin didn't want to speak to her, so he ignored her and looked at the lady at the front desk, waiting for an answer.The lady at the desk sighed and said, "It's not about you being here first, sir. It's about having the ability to pay for the price, please.""What do you mean? Did I tell you I can't pay?" he asked.The lady frowned and said, "I said to acquire a black membership VIP card costs $50,000, not $50 or $500, please."Her words angered Benjamin; he felt like he was being looked down on."Who said I was thinking of $50 or $500? I'm ready to pay $50,000. It's late; please be fast and let me have a good rest. I'm really tired," he said.The lady was stunned; Benjamin seemed to be putting on quite a show. Unable to change his clothes, he claimed he could pay $50,000. She chose to disregard Benjamin and turned to the other lady, saying, "Let's proceed, plea
Meanwhile, the staff led Benjamin into the executive room. The room was very big and beautiful with modern furnishings and a tasteful color scheme of muted tones.The centerpiece was a king-sized bed adorned with luxurious linens and plump pillows. Adjacent to the bedroom was a spacious living area. A plush sofa and elegant chairs surrounded a coffee table, creating a perfect spot for relaxation. A state-of-the-art flat-screen TV was mounted on the wall. The en-suite bathroom boasted marble accents, a deep soaking tub, and a separate walk-in shower. Premium toiletries and fluffy towels added to the indulgent experience.A stylish mini-bar featured an assortment of beverages and snacks, complemented by a chic dining area with seating for two.Smart controls allowed guests to adjust lighting, temperature, and even request room service with the touch of a button. The room was equipped with cutting-edge technology to enhance the overall guest experience.Benjamin was satisfied; his $50,00
Immediately Benjamin stepped out, closing his door, he saw someone from the next room also emerging—it was the other lady who was ready to pay the $50,000. He was a bit shocked because he didn't expect her to get the executive room too, since he already secured the last one.She looked beautiful, and still in her night costume, she was heading back into her room. She greeted Benjamin with a simple "hi," but he didn't reply, turning around and walking away.Feeling a bit late, Benjamin quickened his pace to lessen the punishment he might receive from Cordelia. As he reached the main area where the office desk was, his eyes met someone entering – Maverick Stone.Seeing Maverick made Benjamin frown slightly. Maverick, too, wore a puzzled expression, wondering why someone like Benjamin was at their hotel.Angrily, Maverick approached Benjamin and demanded, "What do you want here?”"Oh God, I'm late, and now there's another problem?" Benjamin muttered. He tried to walk past Maverick, but h
Getting back into the class, Benjamin looked visibly exhausted, his breaths still irregular. Approaching Cordelia, he said, "Ms., I'm done."Cordelia stared at him for a moment before reaching into her bag. As she did, Benjamin noticed the necklace he gave her the previous night around her neck, bringing a subtle joy to his tired expression.Opening the bag, Cordelia pulled out a bottle of flavored water and took a sip before offering it to Benjamin and said, “Drink this to calm down.” Benjamin nodded and took the bottle and, without wasting time, drank from it directly. Cordelia's surprise was evident as he touched his lips to the bottle, creating an indirect kiss.As Cordelia handed Benjamin the bottle of water, a wave of shock rippled through the students. The guys, in particular, couldn't contain their jealousy, and hushed whispers filled the air."Seriously? Why is she giving him special treatment?""He's just a show-off. Does she have to give him water like that?""Look at him