"If you don't sell it to me, I'll go to the plaza manager right now and file a formal complaint," Frank said, a devious grin spreading across his face. He pointed a finger at Vivi. "I'll tell them you tried to scam this beautiful, high-status consultant from Lacy Jewelry Group with fake stones. Once that rumor spreads, let's see if anyone buys a single pebble from you again. You'll be selling sand in the desert."
This time, Jade Lacy and Vivi Lynch both burst out laughing. This guy learned bad habits fast. He was using Vivi's authority like a club, and he was surprisingly good at it.
Evan’s face crumpled. He looked at Frank with pleading eyes, his bravado gone. "Little brother, don't be like this. Doing business is hard enough these days. How can you have the heart to smash my rice bowl?
