They arrived at the restaurant reserved by Kiara. As they stepped inside, Kiara greeted them with an exuberant smile. "Camella, Gabriel, this is my boyfriend, Francis. He's an Oxford-educated PhD," she said proudly.Francis stood up, extending his hand. "Nice to meet you both.""Nice to meet you, Francis," Camella said, shaking his hand warmly. Gabriel nodded, shaking Francis' hand firmly.As they took their seats, Kiara began singing Francis' praises. "Francis has been working on some groundbreaking research. It's really quite impressive. Tell them about your latest project, honey."Francis launched into a detailed explanation of his work. Kiara hung on his every word, nodding enthusiastically. "Isn't he amazing?" she said, glancing briefly at Gabriel and Camella.Camella tried to engage in the conversation. "That's fascinating, Francis. Gabriel has been working on some exciting projects too."Kiara, however, seemed intent on sidelining Gabriel. "Yes, well, not everyone can have a Ph
Noticing Gabriel's silence, Kiara then deliberately suggested, “Once Francis becomes the assistant manager at Greenovation Gardens, he could arrange a job for Gabriel. It would be a great opportunity for him.”Camella took a sip of her drink, thinking about Greenovation Gardens. She knew the company had been rising tremendously since its establishment less than a week ago. She recalled watching the news and learning that the company’s building was being set up on the most credible land in the city.Francis began to bluff, “I am confident I will get the job. With my credentials, it’s just a matter of time.”Camella smiled politely. “I wish you all the best, Francis,” she said, still pondering the possibility of Gabriel working at such a prestigious company.Kiara pressed further, her tone sweet yet patronizing. “I really care about you, Camella, and your family. I’ll do anything to ensure your family’s well-being.”Gabriel, who had been silent, finally spoke up, his voice calm and meas
After a brief chat with her boyfriend and allowing Camella to cool her temper by holding Gabriel's hand, Kiara turned back to Camella with a sly smile. “Oh, I almost forgot to tell you,” she began, “I invited another one of our classmates to join us.” Curiosity piqued, Camella asked, “Who did you invite?”“Benson,” Kiara announced. Camella smiled, remembering Benson fondly, but Gabriel’s expression turned stoic as memories of Benson came flooding back.With a thinly veiled attempt to insult Gabriel, Kiara began praising Benson’s success. “Benson has done so well for himself,” she said, glancing at Gabriel with a smirk. “He’s really made a name in the industry.”Feigning politeness but with an edge to her tone, Kiara added, “Gabriel, why don’t you cover the bill tonight? Consider it an investment in our help to get you that job.”Gabriel didn’t object, remaining calm and collected. “Sure,” he agreed, much to Camella’s silent admiration.At that moment, Kiara’s eyes lit up as she spott
Benson, harboring deep resentment towards Gabriel, seized an opportunity to humiliate him further. With a condescending smile, he said, “Camella, Gabriel, you both must join us for the class reunion I’ve organized. It’s going to be a grand event.”Camella, sensing the ill intent, tried to steer the conversation away. “Oh, that sounds lovely, Benson, but I’ve been swamped with work at Baigh Group. And Gabriel has a lot on his plate too.”Kiara, ever the antagonist, interjected smoothly, “Oh, but Gabriel doesn’t have a job right now, does he? Surely, he can make time.”Camella’s smile tightened. “I’m the Director of Sales at Baigh Group, and my schedule is quite demanding, Kiara. Besides, Gabriel has been busy with some personal projects.”Kiara, having done her homework, smirked. “I know Gabriel isn’t working as a security guard at Baigh anymore. It’s common knowledge. What could be so important that you can’t make time for old friends?”Gabriel, maintaining his composure, replied calm
Camella, sensing Gabriel’s inner strength, smiled at him affectionately. She was impressed how he wasn't even saying a word whilst having 100 million dollars in his account and she found immense pride in his composure.Francis leaned back in his chair, a smug smile on his face. "You know, once I secure the position at Greenovation Gardens, things are going to change dramatically," he boasted. "I will be making waves in the industry, contributing to cutting-edge projects. It’s a remarkable opportunity."Kiara beamed with pride. "I always knew you'd do great things, Francis."Benson, sensing an opportunity to belittle Gabriel, smirked. "Well, Gabriel, you should be grateful Kiara's boyfriend is willing to help you out. Maybe you can start as a janitor at Greenovation Gardens. Though I don't even think you are even fit to be a janitor at such an establishment."Kiara laughed lightly, adding, "Yes, Ben. But Gabriel knows it's a chance for him to prove himself."Gabriel, calm and collected
Francis, eager to impress and intrigued by Benson's knowledge, leaned forward. "Benson, tell us more about this membership. It sounds like you know quite a bit about it."Benson smirked, relishing the attention. "This restaurant is an exquisite three-star establishment with an exceptional suite and a fun house. The membership allows you exclusive access to private rooms and other luxurious amenities."Kiara, sensing the pressure, quickly diverted. "Yes, this place does have a lot to offer. The ambiance is fantastic, and their chef is world-renowned."Francis, not letting it slide, said, "I do remember hearing about that membership. Kiara, didn’t we discuss this before?"Kiara, caught off guard, pretended to recall. "Oh, right! We did think about it. But the $500,000 deposit for the membership was a bit too steep, so we decided against it."Camella's eyes widened. "That amount is insane!"Benson, defending the membership, replied, "It might seem like a lot, but the benefits are incredi
When the manager arrived, he scanned the room with a professional smile. However, the moment his eyes landed on Gabriel, his demeanor changed entirely. Ignoring the others' toasts and conversations, he walked straight to Gabriel with a respectful bow."Mr. Gabriel, it's an honor to have you here," the manager said, his tone full of deference.Everyone at the table, including Camella, stared in shock. Kiara and Francis exchanged bewildered glances, while Benson's confident smirk faded into confusion.Gabriel maintained his composure, offering a polite nod. "Thank you. We're just here to enjoy a meal with old friends."The manager beamed, clearly eager to please. "We would be delighted to move you to our top VIP room, Mr. Gabriel. It would offer a more exclusive and comfortable experience."Gabriel glanced at Camella, who was equally stunned but managed to nod slightly, indicating her support. Despite the tempting offer, Gabriel shook his head. "I appreciate the gesture, but we're comfo
Seeing how the silly couple who had spited him and talked down on him a moment ago was now praising him, Gabriel understood why. He decided to set the record straight."Just to clarify," Gabriel began with a calm smile, "I know the manager, but we don’t have a close relationship. He just respects his customers."Kiara and Francis visibly relaxed, the relief washing over their faces. They assumed that Gabriel had no significant background after all."Oh, I see," Kiara said, her demeanor shifting like a chameleon. She started throwing light jabs at Gabriel again, her tone once more condescending. "Well, it's good to have connections, even if they're not very deep."Francis's attitude changed as well, though his interest in Camella only grew. He subtly flirted with her, finding her extremely gorgeous, while making sure Kiara didn't catch on. "Camella, you must be the reason Gabriel manages to stay so composed," Francis said with a charming smile. "You have a certain elegance about you."