2026-10-23 21:01:12Lavesha oozed arrogance from every pore, her entire being bubbling with smug delight.
Seeing Jade's face fall only fueled her haughtiness further. With a dramatic flick of her wrist, she sneered, "Honestly Jade, how could you let Alaric pick such a tacky gift for Grandpa? If you're that broke, just ask me. We are family, you know."She rummaged through her Gucci bag, producing a Louis Vuitton wallet before dangling a bank card in front of Jade. "Here. There's what, a few grand left?
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The crowd fell silent, all eyes snapping toward the young man who'd suddenly stepped forward.He looked completely ordinary! Who did he think he was, talking like that?Playing the white knight?That's forty thousand dollars!The crowd erupted in sneers and mocking laughter.Dressed in cheap clothes yet speaking with such audacity."Ha! Where'd this broke nobody crawl from? Putting on airs?""Probably saw a pretty face and got ideas.""Him? Those clothes came straight from a thrift shop. Total deadbeat."Mocking whispers and open laughter surrounded him, nobody caring how Alaric felt.Nicole raised her tear-streaked face, her cheeks burning with shame when she recognized Alaric. To her, he was just a worthless blowhard. Having him witness her humiliation? The worst!She was convinced he'd come specifically to mock her!"Alaric, what are you doing here? Get the hell out! I don't need your help!" Nicole spat, her voice trembl
Chapter 117
Suddenly, the private room fell into an eerie silence!This guy looks like Alaric?No fucking way!Everyone's eyes widened as they stared at the phone screen, examining every detail.What the fuck!The more they looked, the more their old classmates' jaws dropped—it really looked exactly like him!Even the clothes matched what he was wearing today!The room went dead silent.All eyes locked onto Alaric, yet he remained totally unbothered, still scrolling through his phone.Yep, he was chatting with Lyra about company business.Noticing everyone staring at him like he was some kind of ghost, Alaric got goosebumps, his mind momentarily blank."What are you all looking at?" Alaric pocketed his phone, baffled.Nicole was the first to blurt out, "Alaric, did your company really buy a hundred BMW bikes?"Alaric paused, then replied casually, "A hundred BMWs? Is that expensive? I just wanted to upgrade our company vehic
Chapter 116
Ores was mid-sentence when he met Alaric's icy gaze.He immediately backtracked, "Never mind, please enjoy your meal."The private room buzzed with excited whispers as everyone speculated—who had enough clout to make Kempinski's manager personally deliver wine?"Who is it? Does anyone know this Mr. Ores?"This wasn't just any luxury wine—each bottle cost tens of thousands, and three had arrived at once!The group scanned each other's faces, each trying to guess who among them held such sway.Of course, no one even glanced at Alaric. Some nobody like him? No way he had that kind of pull.Ores and Alaric exchanged a knowing glance. Thank goodness he'd caught himself—if he'd revealed Mr. Splendor's identity, he'd be out on his ass before he could say another word.Earlier in his office, the front desk had rushed in announcing Mr. Splendor's arrival. He'd immediately descended, handpicking several top-shelf premium bottles to imp
Chapter 115
"Actually what? Don't tell me you're about to say you're rich?" Caelia snapped irritably.This guy was completely disrespecting Xaiden.Though Xaiden kept a polite smile plastered on his face, his displeasure simmered beneath the surface.After I went out of my way to offer him an opportunity, you dare refuse instead of groveling in gratitude?With your pathetic status, what gives you the right to turn me down?Losers will always be losers!Nothing but worthless scum!"Alaric, I suggest you think carefully and discuss this with Jade when you get home. We're like brothers, after all—if you ever need help, just come to my company. I'll make sure you're taken care of." Xaiden clapped his hands dismissively before pulling out a business card and tossing it to Alaric like he was a beggar."Alright, we've had enough fun here. Let's head to Triumph Gate for dinner," Xaiden said casually, completely indifferent to Alaric's reaction.Everyon
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Icy glares and mocking smirks bombarded him from every direction.This so-called class reunion had become a vipers' nest of bootlicking and backstabbing.Exactly why Alaric had refused to come in the first place.What a joke of a gathering—classmates hooking up behind spouses' backs, guys inflating each other's egos, and pathetic dick-measuring contests."Alaric, you didn't even bother telling me you were coming. I could've rolled out the red carpet." Xaiden rose from his plush seat, his designer shoes clicking across the floor as he slung a beefy arm around Alaric's shoulders like they were lifelong pals. "What, my last two invites weren't good enough, but when Nicole asks, you come running? That's cold, man."Alaric's eyes narrowed slightly. Since when had this snake ever invited him anywhere?Wasn't it Yakeem who'd reached out?As they reached the center of the VIP lounge, Xaiden thrust a crystal glass of Bordeaux into Alaric's hand. "Ever
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Alaric's brow furrowed. This girl had some serious attitude problems.Got a chip on her shoulder or what?If I were your dad, I'd have smacked you silly by now!"Oh Alaric, this is my girl Caelia," Nicole said with a smirk, her eyes dripping with disdain.What a creep—staring at us like we're the last meal he'll ever see.Caelia curled her lip and fired back, "What're you gawking at, creep? Never seen actual women before?"Alaric just rolled his eyes and tuned them out.Nicole, though, wasn't done yet.Running into a college admirer? Perfect chance to show off.Especially since someone like Jade—campus royalty—had wound up married to this waste of space.Rumor was he'd been drowning in debt these years, marriage on the rocks.Nicole savored the thought, itching to twist the knife.She latched onto Alaric's arm like a barnacle. "Look who we ran into! We're getting coffee."Alaric tried to refuse, but s
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