THE UNDERESTIMATED HEIR

DEMAND AND URGENCY

Two days later, Marvin stepped out of an Uber in front of Astris Bank. He was sweating, his shirt was clinging to his back as he moved toward the bank's entrance.

The heat outside wasn’t helping, but it wasn’t just the weather making him sweat.

Dr. Felix had told him the amount needed for his mother’s surgery—and it was a large sum. They demanded cash, and Marvin had no choice but to withdraw it.

Inside, Marvin approached one of the cashiers, a woman with a stern face and tired eyes.

She looked up briefly as he stepped forward, her expression was irritated, as if she didn’t want to be bothered.

"Hello, miss. I wish to withdraw some money with this card," Marvin said, holding out his Diamond Royale card.

The cashier's eyebrows raised slightly when she saw the card. Such card was rare, usually held by only the wealthiest clients.

Her expression softened, and her irritation was replaced with a hint of respect, though she still seemed unsure if the card would even work.

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