Regret Came Too Late

Tim couldn't be bothered with the act and turned back to the car.

Grace gripped the handlebar of the rental scooter, standing still as she watched the car drive away.

Inside, Ethan lowered his gaze to the documents in his hands.

Tim scoffed. "I checked into it. She's jealous again over Yancey and Alice. Looks like he's finally going to call off the engagement. Serves her right."

Ethan's fingers on the document froze for a moment after hearing this.

The last time Yancey had talked about breaking off the engagement, Grace had refused. Yancey had joked that if she jumped off a bridge, he'd reconsider it.

Right after he said those words, Grace jumped off the bridge into the river without hesitation. Although she was hospitalized for a month, her stunt kept her engaged.

And now Yancey wanted to break it off again...

Who knew what kind of stunt she would pull this time?

Grace wobbled her way back to her rental unit, frowning at the hundred-thousand- dollar debt hanging over her head because of the short trip. Lately, it felt like she was the epitome of misfortune.

Just then, her phone rang. It was a call from Joanne.

"Grace, aren't you short on cash? Want to come to Velvet Eclipse tonight?" she asked.

also known as a money pit for youngsters from rich families. The tips were insane-sometimes reaching

really make

grand last night. The guys in the VIP room are big spenders. It's my shift tonight, but I have something to do. I'd rather give this chance to you than someone else. If you come

30 thousand dollars?

tempted. She quickly asked for the

over.

her face was one that people

club that operated on a face-recognition system. The security guards were well-paid. Their job was to memorize the faces of every club member

moment Grace appeared, the guards looked at her

plenty of drama here before, most notably when she

after Yancey got angry, she quickly apologized, switching attitudes so quickly it

guards gave her a warning. "Ms. Lambert, please don't cause trouble

eyebrow,

found Joanne in the employee

outfit and passed it to Grace, reminding her, "When you bring in the drinks, make sure you hand them the expensive ones. The pricier they are, the higher your commission. Once your pay comes through, I'll transfer it to you. I have to head out now, so I'm counting on

The uniform hugged her figure tightly

and now

eyes to hide

on. It's the