Riches in Disguise

Chapter 18

"William, over here! We've saved you a seat!"

Someone had saved me a spot? It was an experience I never had before.

I slid into the chair, feeling grateful. "Thanks, man."

Benjamin waved the notebook I had given him the night before. "This notebook must be expensive, right? The paper feels amazing to write on."

"It's not that expensive, just over 300," I replied casually.

Liam nearly spat out his drink. "How much?"

His reaction made me realize that they were probably not wealthy, and 300 was likely a lot for them. I quickly corrected myself. "I think I misremembered. It's more like 30."

"That sounds about right," Liam said, patting his chest in relief. "There's no way a notebook costs over 300! You're funny."

smile, thinking that the very one they were using actually

serious. "William, we actually know about your

raised an eyebrow, confused. "What

hesitated and scratched

that's your choice, of course. I

was at a loss for words. I

already taken root

situations were tight. If I revealed my true identity, they might not be so friendly with me anymore. So, I

be wealthy. From now on, I

we have dignity! We're just as good as anyone else. Why should

"Exactly!"

they became even friendlier, dropping the formalities

began, I noticed Joshua was absent. I wondered if he was injured and recovering in

to think of a place to go to that wouldn't hurt their pride but