Emily scoffed again, waving a dismissive hand
I smiled.
”
Emily scoffed again, waving a dismissive hand.
“Some rich businessman, obviously. ”
I didn’t have to say anything.
”
Emily froze.
”
I pulled out my phone, tapped the screen a few times, and turned it toward her.
Displayed clearly was the official hotel website with my name listed as the owner.
Her face drained of color. The smirk vanished. The room was silent, all eyes on her as realization sank in.
I leaned in just slightly, lowering my voice so only she could hear.
”
Her mouth opened and closed like a fish gasping for air, but no words came out.
And that’s when I knew I had her exactly where I wanted her.
I let the silence stretch, savoring the moment. Emily’s mouth hung open, her confidence evaporating in real time.
Just minutes ago, she had been basking in the glow of her own importance, barking orders at my staff and demanding I be thrown out.
Now she looked like a deer caught in headlights.
“Wait,” she stammered, shaking her head as if trying to reset reality. “You’re joking, right? ”
I chuckled, shaking my head.
“I get it. ”
I folded my arms, tilting my head.
”
Emily glanced around as if hoping someone, anyone, would tell her this was some elaborate prank.
The guests were whispering now, exchanging amused glances, and my staff stood by, waiting for my next move.
I leaned in slightly, lowering my voice just enough for her to hear.
“Now, what was it you told security a minute ago? Oh, right. ”
I let out an exaggerated sigh.
“You know, Emily, I think you’re right. ”
Her eyes widened in horror.
I turned to the security guard who had been
I turned to the security guard who had been watching the whole scene unfold.
“I think she’s causing a disturbance. ”
The security guard hesitated, looking between us. He knew I was the owner. He knew I wasn’t serious. But Emily, she didn’t.
Emily’s face crumbled.
“Jake, please,” she said, her voice suddenly much softer, almost pleading. ”
I urched an eyebrow.
“Why not? ”
Didn’t even hesitate.
“That was a mistake,” she rushed to say, her voice cracking. ”
I feigned a thoughtful expression.
“Oh, I see. ”
I let the words sink in before shaking my head.
