Chapter 536 Chapter 536 Speaking ToLike That Is...
"Shopping? After our family face huge losses from the new venture with your family, I'm tiptoeing around at home. I'm not even thinking about asking for money, much less spending it frivolously. It's astonishing you're still in the mood for shopping. Perhaps you should think about assisting your brother with the company's troubles instead." With those words, Carol's friend ended the call decisively, Carol, wide-eyed with shock, hadn't anticipated such a universal decline from her circle, especially the typically compliant friend who now scolded her! This was outrageous! As a Lawson, it was unthinkable that her friends would rebuff her so boldly! Her irritation mounting, Carol resolved not to let these rejections spoil her day.
She could still indulge in a delightful shopping spree, flanked by bodyguards to handle her purchases and store employees eager to please her.
The suggestion to fret over Lawson Group's problems was dismissible.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtJeffery had downplayed the company's predicaments, promising a swift resolution.
Her interest in the Lawson Group's affairs was minimal; her primary concern had always been her allowance.
Even if she wanted to help, she doubted she would have any useful advice for Jeffery.
So, Carol proceeded to her favorite jewelry store, escorted by her imposing bodyguards, ready to indulge in sretail therapy.
"Where is everyone?" Carol inquired, perplexed by the lack of greeting as she lingered in the store.
Upon her entrance, the clerk behind the counter immediately recognized her.
Yet, the clerk merely offered a quick glance and made no move to approach.
Irritation washed over Carol's face as she said, "I'm speaking to you! Is this how you treat a customer?" Her raised voice quickly drew the attention of other store employees, with the manager quickly stepping forward to address the situation.
"What seems to be the problem here?" the manager questioned sharply.
Carol retorted, “I should be the one asking that. I've shopped here frequently, yet your clerk ignoredcompletely today. Is she trying to get fired?" 0.0% 10:36 < < Chapter 536 Speaking ToLike That Is Unacceptable! The manager glanced at Carol, then turned to the clerk and instructed, "Please go to the back and sort the inventory. I'll take care of this." "Sure," replied the clerk, flashing the manager a smile before heading off.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmCarol's disbelief grew as she watched the clerk leave unscathed.
The manager's lack of action stunned her, and the surrounding clerks m couldn't suppress theik chuckles." It "Manager, you just talked about her, yet here she is. Talk about perfect timing."
e "Indeed, it's quite amusing. It appears someone hasn't quite caught an to the reality of her situation," another added.
It dawned on Carol that she was being deliberately ostracized by the staff.
"Are you out of your minds? Speaking tolike that is unacceptable!" Carol snapped.
The manager let the clerks' laughter continue, then responded in a mocking tone, "Miss Lawson, are you not aware of recent events? Just today, numerous factories of the Lawson Group were closed, and there's a comprehensive investigation underway into your firm's activities. It's likely that your family's assets will be frozen soon. Regrettably, we're unable to serve you under these circumstances."