"If you're so determined to give it away, then name your damn price! I'll buy it outright. You think Valentina deserves this?" She scoffed, shaking her head in disgust.
"She doesn't even qualify to be a VIP member here, let alone be given something this valuable!"
She folded her arms, chin raised arrogantly. "So go ahead, Manager. Tell me. How much?"
The manager straightened his posture, his expression tightening as he turned toward Victoria.
"Miss Victoria," he said firmly, "I will not stand here and allow you to insult me or accuse me falsely. This is company protocol, and I am simply following the rules set by the true owners of this establishment."
Victoria clenched her jaw, her hands curling into fists, but before she could lash out again, Valentina spoke.
