After several minutes of anxious waiting, the cashier returned, this time accompanied by a woman of distinguished poise and commanding presence. Her immaculately tailored suit and aura of quiet authority marked her as none other than the CEO of the establishment.The crowd quieted down at her arrival, the cashier's presence now eclipsed by the unmistakable authority of the CEO. Her eyes scanned the scene, taking in every detail of the commotion that had unfolded in her store.Before the CEO could utter a word, Mr. Snow, buoyed by the crowd's support, seized the initiative and launched into a swift condemnation of Jeremy. "Good day, madam," he said, addressing the CEO with a formal nod before turning to point an accusatory finger at Jeremy. "This fraudster here came to shop with his wife using an obviously stolen card, and for the betterment of your establishment, I suggest he be investigated thoroughly."The crowd murmured their permission, their whispers lending confidence to Mr. Sn
The crowd stood frozen in stunned silence, grappling with the revelation. The CEO, her face still an impassive mask, bowed her head in deference to Jeremy, returning his card with a gesture that seemed almost respectful.She knew that the Black Card was not easily acquired. It was the symbol of wealth and power, reserved only for the most influential and powerful families. Jeremy's possession of such a card confirmed her suspicions that he was hiding his true identity. He was, in fact, an offspring of a prominent family, one that held immense power and influence.As the truth settled over the crowd, murmurs of disbelief gave way to whispers of speculation. The store, once filled with the enthusiasm of anger, now buzzed with a different energy. Who was this man, and Why could he afford such an expensive collection? The CEO, though outwardly composed, could not help but feel the stirrings of curiosity in her own mind. She had dealt with countless wealthy individuals in her time, but
Avery looked deeper into her husband's eyes, her demand firm: "How did you get such money?" Jeremy, anticipating her question, had prepared a fabricated story to placate her. "The new CEO of Blue Silver Entertainment rewarded me generously after I reported Noah and his manager's unethical behavior," he explained, but Avery's skeptical gaze only intensified as she raised an eyebrow.Avery's eyes sparkled with curiosity as she asked, "How did you know Noah would gain the contract through illegal means?" Jeremy's expression turned confident, "Because everything about him is a lie. So, I just expected it and took the initiative. Fortunately for us, I was right." Avery nodded, her face filled with admiration. "For a moment, I thought I would lose you," she said, her voice filled with emotion. "But you've somehow always pulled surprise strings and made our haters feel defeated." With that, she wrapped her arms around Jeremy, pulling him into a tight hug, her gratitude and appreciation p
After a decade of living in the United States of America, the Collins family decided to return home. They planned an extravagant welcome party to celebrate their homecoming, inviting their old friends, including Mrs. Williams and her family and other dignitaries such as the Peters. It was going to be a grand event that would make the town talk for days to come.As the sun sank low in the sky, a steady stream of luxurious cars made their way to the Collins' mansion, gleaming in the evening light. Inside, waiters in white-gloved attire bustled to and fro, making sure that everything was perfect for the grand occasion.Mr Williams and his wife arrived, their outfits tasteful and elegant, fitting for such an upscale event. They mingled with the other guests, exchanging pleasantries and small talk, as they waited for the Collins family to make their grand entrance.Mrs. Williams had worn one of the expensive gowns she had forcefully collected from Avery. Amid the chatter and laughter, t
As the Peters strode into the mansion, their entrance had not gone unnoticed. Mrs. Williams commented, "That was quite an expensive car," referring to the Mercedes Benz that had announced their arrival.Mrs. Peters, clearly reveling in the attention, replied with a hint of pride, "You can say that again. We only deserve the best, after all."The two women continued exchanging pleasantries, their conversation laced with a subtle air of competitiveness.Jeremy and Avery exchanged knowing smirks as they observed the Peters, basking in their perceived extravagance and magnificence. Even though the Peters were putting on quite a show, both Jeremy and Avery were well aware that their extravagant appearance was nothing but fake.As the Peters continued to mingle, carrying themselves with an exaggerated air of haughtiness, Jeremy and Avery felt an increasing sense of amusement at the Peters' insensibility to their deception. It seemed that the Peters' inability to see themselves for who the
lSeeing Elvis's determination to expose him, Steve cleared his throat and faced him with false bravado. "I don't have to prove anything. Only middle-class men do that," he boasted, trying to assert his dominance over the situation.But Elvis wasn't fazed. With a chuckle, he fired back, "If you really bought that car, you should be proud of it, and have no qualms about producing the receipt."The crowd was on Elvis's side, sensing the unfairness of the situation.Elvis continued, his voice strong and unwavering. "This isn't about wealth, Steve. It's about integrity. If you're claiming ownership of a vehicle that isn't yours, you're nothing more than a fraud."His words echoed through the room, silencing the whispers and chatter among the guests. The air grew thick with anticipation, as everyone waited to see how Steve would respond to Elvis's bold accusation.Steve, visibly flustered, struggled to find a retort that would salvage his reputation. His face reddened, and his words came o
"What could be more precious than the gift I've given?" Steve taunted, his arrogance palpable. Jeremy, however, remained unfazed. With a smile, he reached into his pocket and pulled out a wristwatch, eliciting laughter from the onlookers who couldn't believe that he had presented such a mundane item."You couldn't even afford a proper box for the watch," Mrs. Peters chortled, her amusement apparent.Mrs. Williams, ever quick to defend herself, chimed in with her derisive comment, "Not only is the gift lacking in value but so is the way it's presented. It's clear that Jeremy's ideas are as impoverished as his social standing."She felt a burning rage, having witnessed yet another humiliation at Jeremy's hands. It seemed the young man had an uncanny talent for disrupting their status quo and making fools of the Williams. Mrs. Peters, seizing an opportunity to get a dig in at her rival Mrs. Williams, interjected, "Well, even if the gift might not be the most lavish, at least Jeremy had
"Jeremy! What have you done now?" he demanded, his voice tight with frustration. "Why must you constantly cause embarrassment for our family? This is not the first time you've disgraced us."Avery, fear beginning to grip her heart, turned to her husband, pleading for an explanation. "What's happening, honey? What's going on?""He stole a diamond watch!" Mrs.Peter spat, his eyes flashing with fury. Avery's heart dropped into the pit of her stomach as she watched two police officers approach them, handcuffs at the ready. She could hear Mrs. Peter's mocking laughter, along with the whispered judgment of the onlookers around them. In an instant, the world seemed to have turned against her and her family.Avery couldn't understand how Jeremy could be so calm in the face of such public humiliation. It was as if he didn't care at all about the scandal that was about to unfold. Her heart began to race, unsure of what was happening and why Jeremy seemed unfazed. She never had an idea about th