Life at the Top

He waved his and Wendy’s interlocked hands before Ben as he spoke, “Wendy isn’t a piece of property. She’s not something anyone can just buy over just because they’re willing to propose a higher price. Plus, why would I need to take up a fair fight with you when I’ve already won?”

Jasper then pulled Wendy away. She had wanted to leave long ago.

A pair of cold eyes watched the duo leave, and Ben flushed in humiliation and fury. His molars ground together as he shouted, “You’re just too much of a chicken, Jasper! Admit it!

“You’d take on my challenge if you were a man!”

Jasper did not even look back as two words drifted over to them, “F*cking stupid.”

“You’re just afraid! You just don’t have the guts to take me on!” Ben clenched his teeth and roared.

Jasper did not even reply this time and walked farther away.

irritation on Ben’s face and consoled him, saying, “Don’t waste your time getting angry at people like them, Benny. From what I see, Wendy’s just a stupid girl. She’s not

there was indignance in his cold eyes when he spoke, “The more unattainable she is,

banquet is in two days, Benny. We could contact a few friends then so that you can show off how capable you are in front of Wendy. Even if Jasper’s there, what

always rise above in a society like this. He’s dead wrong if he thinks bluffing will get him

understand that I’m the only one who’s a proper match for her. But if he does come, hmph!

…

was known for its roasted

not a fan of French cuisine, nor did she like dishes that included a lot of deep-frying.

renowned shop for roasted duck and a bowl of noodles instead of going to a romantic or grand restaurant? I’m on a date with

scoffed lightly. “But I like these dishes. What’s so good about French or other high-class restaurants anyway? A simple dish of vegetables here boosts my

“That’s fair,” Jasper agreed.

were from foreign lands. There