CHAPTER 12. Dumbfonded
Author: John Paul.
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CHAPTER 12

DUMBFOUNDED!

Ivannah's gaze was fixed on Robert as the final lap of ring ended, but there was no response from him.

Her eyes were filled with anger as she clenched her fists. "Hmmm, you must think this is a playground, Robert."

Olivia couldn't help but smile, her chest swelling with pride as she watched Robert, stunned and speechless.

"Hey, boy, pay up already! You must think we're all qualified for the VIP section," Owen chimed in mockingly.

Robert stood there, unsure of what to do next, gritting his teeth. He vowed to take revenge on the person who had given him counterfeit currency.

He would have to wait until he was out of this mess. That money could have solved everything if only he hadn't been deceived with fakes.

Asking for another favor, like calling his number, would be too childish. The first favor had been a narrow escape.

Ivannah's lips formed a wicked grin. "Look here, Rob," she said, walking closer to him. "How about you come, follow me home?"

"Ding
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