When Nathan left the manager's office, he saw that Declan and Hayleigh had already left. Only the female staff was there, and when she saw Nathan, she sarcastically said:
"Hey there, fancy man. How was your meeting with the manager? Did you finally manage to withdraw your 100 million dollars?"
She is upset with Nathan because she believes he pretended to be wealthy and sought respect from her earlier.
Nathan frowned and replied: "I don't think I need to report to you.”
She says: "Oh, please. You're probably just some poor guy trying to pretend you're rich. You'll never have that kind of money. Please don't act like that in the future.”
Nathan gradually lost patience: "The manager has verified my identity. I have every right to access my funds, and I don't appreciate your disrespectful attitude."
She: "Stop lying. You're just trying to scam your way into the bank."
Nathan: "I assure you, that is not the case. I'm not trying to scam anyone."
She sneered and said, "Oh please, so where is money? At least you had withdrawn as your original plan."
Nathan was offended: "I don't need to withdraw anymore, so I don't withdraw. Please get out of my way!”
She is in a dismissive tone: "Do you think I’m an idiot? The manager should have made it public that you had cheated. You must be punished!”
Suddenly, Manager Rory Heath came out of his office, visibly angry. He scolded the female staff and said, "How dare you speak to one of our most honorable clients like that? Nathan Jimenez is a valued member of this bank, and you will apologize to him immediately."
The female staff was terrified. Her mind was still in a panic, and she wasn't sure what kind of family Jimenez was from, but she immediately apologised, "I'm so sorry, Mr Jimenez. I didn't mean any disrespect. I let my emotions overwhelm my work, and I misunderstood you.”
Nathan clicked his lips, looking bored: "It's alright. I understand how you are feeling. I accept your apology."
The female banker seemed to have just escaped death: "Thank you. I promise it won't happen again."
After leaving the bank, Nathan thinks of Matilda Hamilton and buys her a gift. He is motivated by the fact that he now has more money and wants to show his appreciation for her. She helps him a lot.
Nathan visits "The Grand" mall, known for luxury and exclusivity, catering to the wealthy and fashionable. The mall features high-end designer stores, fine dining, and state-of-the-art cinemas, and it's a big complex with multiple levels and a spacious atrium.
It was the first time he felt confident enough to visit the mall, as he had been financially unable to do so.
Upon arriving at the mall, Nathan enters a designer fashion store, where he meets with disdain from a saleswoman. Despite her cold demeanor, Nathan looks around the store, scanning the racks of handbags.
Later, a wealthy-looking fat man, accompanied by a beautiful girl, enters the shop. The saleswoman's attitude immediately changes. She beams with a friendly smile and greets them warmly.
Nathan spots one that catches his eye, a sleek and sophisticated black leather handbag.
He picks it up and inspects it closely, noting its high-quality craftsmanship and luxurious feel. He turns to the saleswoman, who is helping the fat man, and waits for her to finish.Nathan saw that she seemed free, so he spoke up: "Excuse me, I'm interested in this handbag. Can you tell me more about it?"
The saleswoman is expressing her skepticism toward Nathan. She rolled her eyes and said: "That bag is out of your price range. You can't afford it."
Nathan replied casually: "I understand that it might be expensive, but I would still like to know more about it."
The saleswoman who in a dismissive tone: "Fine, it's a designer bag made of the finest leather, and it has a high price tag to match."
Nathan nodded: "I see, but can you please tell me more about the features and the craftsmanship?"
The saleswoman said rudely: "I don't have time for you; I already told you, you can't afford it. I have real customers to deal with."
Nathan refuted her words: "I'm not going to excuse you. I am a customer and have the right to know about the product."
The saleswoman was fuming with anger as Nathan spoke to her. She felt her blood boil as she prepared to argue back with him.At this time, a young girl, another sale, rushed to them. She was wearing a black blazer with the store's logo and a name tag that read "Caitlin" in her pocket. She approached Nathan and the saleswoman with an apologetic expression.Caitlin said sincerely: "I apologize for the wait, sir. It appears that no one has assisted you yet. I apologize for the oversight; our store's policy is to ensure every customer is served."Nathan tried to hide his frustration as he spoke calmly: "Yes, I've been waiting for a while now."Caitlin, sounding apologetic, said: "I'm not sure why no one has helped you yet, but I'll ensure you receive the assistance you need. Can you tell me what you're looking for today?"In fact, it was the saleswoman's turn to assist Nathan, but she chose to focus on the fat man who she believed would bring her more financial gain. She disregarded Natha
As Nathan announced his purchase, everyone was all shocked. They couldn't believe that Nathan was going through with buying the handbags. Especially the fat man, he felt humiliated.Still stubborn in her belief that Nathan couldn't afford it, the saleswoman looked on in disbelief. The cashier asked, "How would you like to pay for your purchase today?" Nathan replied, "I'll pay with my card, please."The cashier responded, "Great, can I see your card, please?". With a smile, Nathan handed over his card, saying, "Sure, here it is."Everyone in the store couldn't help but stare in shock as Nathan handed over his card. It was made of pure gold. The sight of the golden card turned their surprise into amazement as they realised that Nathan must be someone of great wealth and importance.The cashier instructed Nathan, "Please swipe your card through the machine." Nathan smoothly complied, inserting his card into the machine and passing it through the reader. There was a beep indicating
Nathan approaches Matilda's house gate, his heart racing with excitement. As he gets out of the Uber, he takes a moment to straighten his shirt and pants, feeling self-conscious about his attire. He walks up the driveway, his eyes fixed on the grand house at the end, imagining the fun and laughter that awaits him inside. But, as he gets closer to the gate, he notices a security guard standing in front of the entrance, checking the invitation cards. Nathan takes a deep breath and approaches the guard, trying to appear confident and relaxed.The guard, a tall and burly man with a stern expression, looks Nathan up and down, taking in his simple clothing and shoes. He then glances at the invitation card Nathan holds out to him."I'm sorry, sir. But I'm afraid you're not on the list." The guard says with a tone of disdain.Nathan is taken aback by the guard's response."What do you mean? Matilda invited me. Can you please check again?" He says, trying to keep his voice steady."I've chec
As Nathan went downstairs, he heard a female’s voice echoing through the hall. "Ladies and Gentlemen, I want to announce that we will have a charity auction here at my birthday party. In just a few minutes, we will auction some truly unique and exclusive items that support a worthy cause. Please all take the time to participate and bid generously. Thank you for your support, and let's make a difference together." He followed the sound and soon saw Matilda standing in the middle of the hall, holding a microphone. A group of well-dressed guests surrounded her. All focused on her words. Nathan made his way to the edge of the crowd and listened as Matilda announced the charity auction that would be taking place at her birthday party. He noticed a platform next to Matilda, on which there was an item covered with a luxurious transparent red cloth. He couldn't tell what was under the fabric, but he could see that something of value caught his attention. With Matilda's announcement of t
Declan was taken aback by Nathan's response. "Excuse me?" he asked. "What do you mean it's not enough?" Nathan looked at Declan sternly. "One more thing. An apology in front of everyone and a face-slap by yourself. Those are my terms." Declan's expression was a mixture of anger and disbelief. "You want me to apologize and slap my face publicly? That's ridiculous!" He couldn't accept losing, moreover, doing such a humiliating thing. "It's not ridiculous. It's necessary," Nathan replied. Declan hesitated for a moment, then nodded. "Fine." He added more to the deal. "And if you're found to be a scam, not only do you have to spend half of your life to spend one million dollars for me, but you also have to slap your face ten times in front of everyone as a symbol of your apology." Declan never thought that Nathan would have that much money. Therefore, what he just said was to scare Nathan. Moreover, if Nathan were still honorable and accepted his requirement, he would have a million
Nathan remained calm even though everyone was looking at him suspiciously. He calmly said, "I'm afraid I can't do what you asked." "What do you mean? Do you want to back out of your promise? Nathan, you know you can't do that. Everyone here heard you accept the deal. So don't act recklessly. I'm confident everyone here can make your life miserable if you don't keep your word." Declan sneered. Hayleigh added, "Nathan, I knew you were trouble before, but I never thought you would be this foolish." Many onlookers agreed with Declan's statement. "It's not my fault," Nathan replied. Declan laughed, "So now you're blaming it on someone else? You can't change anything here, Nathan. Admit your mistake!" Nathan looked at the butler and calmly said, "Can you please recheck your systems? I think there might be an error." He turned to Declan and continued, "You know, sometimes the system can have errors when many high-value transactions are happening simultaneously." The butler hesitated,
The atmosphere at the party shifts dramatically after Nathan's victory over Declan. Whispers fill the air as the attendees buzz with excitement and astonishment. Nathan stands in the center of it all, his demeanor composed and unyielding. Matilda, visibly impressed by Nathan's integrity and quick thinking, approaches him with a grateful smile. "Nathan, I must admit, you surprised me," Matilda says, her voice laced with admiration. "I don't expect you to handle the situation so skillfully. You prove yourself to be a person of honor." "Thank you, Matilda. I believe in fairness and trust, even in the face of adversity. It's essential to maintain integrity, especially in situations like these," Nathan nods appreciatively, still trying to figure out why she suddenly wants to talk to him. "Declan's behavior is disappointing, but it reveals his true character. It's unfortunate, as he was once considered a close friend. But your victory, Nathan, highlights the strength of your character," M
Nathan stands there, momentarily taken aback by Emily's formal greeting. He quickly recovers and offers her a warm smile, trying to ease the tension in the room. "Good morning, Emily," Nathan replies, his voice filled with genuine kindness. "It's a pleasure to meet you too. I'm glad to have you here as our company's scholar." Emily raises her head slightly, her eyes still filled with uncertainty. "Thank you, Mr. Jimenez. I appreciate the opportunity." He just stands there in front of her, not saying anything when the Dean suddenly speaks again. “If Mr. Jimenez would like to, can you tour Emily around if it's not a burden?” The Dean states with hesitation but smiles widely after Nathan nods in agreement. After the door opens, Emily is still in a state of hesitation before going out. Nathan tours her in every corner of the school, but he can notice the way Emily tries to distance herself. It’s almost as if he has some contagious disease. “Emily, what’s—” He is just about to ask Emil