Chapter 267 An Embarrassing Day | calmly sipped my tea while observing Liora. | even smiled at her to show | didn’t care. Her expression grew colder as she glared daggers at me. | found it amusing but couldn’t understand how Atticus could be attracted to such a troubleswoman.
No wonder he toldsomeone needed to humble her.
Suddenly, | realized Atticus was trying to protect his assets. Perhaps he had realized Liora wouldn't be a long-term partner who would share his hardships. Since he had started hiding his interests, he must be preparing for something.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtSoon after, a woman in a black pantsuit emerged. She looked authoritative, with sharp features and cold eyes. She glanced around and said, “Please calm down, everyone.” Everyone turned to her as her gaze landed on Liora momentarily. | noticed Liora’s smirk, and then she sat down calmly.
Liora knew she had the upper hand, saying, “Ms. Kate, you arrived just in time. If you can’t resolve this,and my friends will cancel our memberships.
“Quick, cancel your memberships! That'll help us relax!” “What are you implying?” Kate smiled and said, “Everyone, please calm down. You'll all have rooms soon. Let's not get so worked 1. up.
Scomplained about the receptionist, while others criticized Liora and her friends for being rude. | remained silent but noticed Kate favoring Liora.
Liora continued, “It wouldn't have been a big deal. You know we've been customers here for a long time, Ms. Kate. You know our status and class.” The others scoffed upon hearing this. However, it didn’t affect Liora’s arrogance. “I'm okay if I'm the only one with a membership, but I brought all my friends here. This isn’t the only spa in Foswood. We can leave if we're not happy.” ized Llora was stating her condition.
Lauren gavethe card, she toldit was the most prestigious spa in Foswood, All the wealthy loved this place because being a member here represented their status. Hence, | didn’t belleve would leave this place “Mrs. Liora, everyone here is a customer. Can we compromise? I'll arrange for everyone to start their treatments soon since it's better than wasting time. I'll invite you for a visit another day,” Kate said with a smile.
“That won't work! Do you think I'd still be in the mood to relax after this? It's either they leave, or we cancel our membership!” Liora insisted, pointing toward me.
“Yeah! We'll cancel our memberships! You're not the only spa in town!” Liora’s friends chimed in.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmKate looked troubled as she approached me. | remained composed, thinking | would cancel the membership if | had to. | wondered if | had made a mistake accepting the card from Lauren, not realizing how expensive it was.
Eleanor glanced at me, but | gently signaled her to keep quiet.
Kate approachedsmilingly. “Hello, Miss. I'm Kate Farrell, the manager here. I've never met you before.” “Yeah, it's my first there,” | replied. | wanted to see how Kate would handle the situation. Even if | had to cancel my membership, | wouldn't do it without protecting my dignity.
“Well, you see...” Kate hesitated and looked somewhat troubled.
“Please, go on,” | spoke kindly with a hint of authority.
Kate deepened her smile at me. “Our establishment has a membership system based on the amount of spending and the membership duration. Mrs. Liora is one of our long-standing customers, so from our perspective- “So you represent your business, right? Either she cancels her membership, or | do?” | remained calm and looked at Kate.
“Yes! It's either | cancel, or you cancel, Liora asserted triumphantly.
| responded, “Fine, I'll cancel. I'll give the place to Mrs. Liora. | hope you enjoy your there.” Immediately after, | passed my card to Kate.