Sloane sneered: “A leech living off the Nicholas family, yet cheating outside—what a shameless man. Now that he’s been cast out, he’s clinging to Stella. A man like that isn’t even as good as an animal.”
Gage said: “Don’t let that barking ruin our mood. Waitstaff, bring out the best wine. Let’s raise a toast to our class president.”
The atmosphere became lively again, and the gathering lasted until 11 p.m.
Gage called the waiter over to settle the bill and said to everyone: “Tonight’s meal is on me, to welcome our class president.”
Sonia brought over the bill.
Gage glanced at the numbers and froze, stunned: “Seventeen million USD? Are you robbing me?”
Cold sweat broke out on Gage’s forehead. Though he was wealthy, 17 million USD was an astronomical figure even for him.
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