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."

a smile, thinking that the very one they were using actually did

we actually know about your situation, and I think

eyebrow, confused. "What do you mean by

hesitated and scratched his

choice, of course. I don't mean to interfere, but

was at a loss for words. I

rumors had already taken root in their minds. It would be difficult to change their perceptions. I felt

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

wealthy. From now on, I won't put

but we have dignity! We're just as good as anyone else. Why should they look down

"Exactly!"

I said that, they became even friendlier, dropping the formalities and even

and recovering in

to go to that wouldn't hurt