With a gasp, the room erupted in astonishment as Henry Carson's words settled in the air.
"He's the deadbeat son-in-law from The Mitchell family, right? How can he afford something as pricey as the Heart of the Emperor?”
“Indeed, I heard he's just a country bumpkin. Sophie Mitchell only gives him a hundred bucks a day for expenses…”
“I bet he's just bluffing. If he can afford it, I'll walk on my head for three rounds!”
The whispers and murmurs filled the space, creating a buzz of disbelief and speculation.
“Henry Carson, have you lost your mind?” Sophie Mitchell snapped out of her shock, rushing over to Henry. “Do you even realize what you're saying? Stop making a scene and come home with me!”
Sophie didn't care about the onlookers, grabbing Henry's arm, ready to leave.
But Henry ju
