Riches in Disguise

Chapter 29

"Charlotte, you're going too far!"

Upon hearing that, Benjamin got to his feet immediately.

Liam followed suit. "No worries, Will. We'll leave with you."

Ever since entering university, this was the first time having someone standing up for me. I was really touched.

However, I was aware that Benjamin and Liam surely wished to stay back for that meal. The spread on the table was scrumptious indeed, and they might not even get to eat something like this at least once a year.

Thus, I went up to them and sat them back down on their seats. "Sit down, both of you. It's no big deal. I happen to be done eating, so I'll just go out for a walk. Just stay and eat, both of you."

As I said that, I walked right to the door.

Charlotte's voice then came from behind me. "William, why are you leaving? You can just sit on the couch and eat.

"There are so many dishes here, so you can just take whatever you want and eat over there. Why are you sulking?"

"I know, right? He should be thankful that he could even be here. Why is he showing an attitude?"

"People are finally taking some notice of him. Shouldn't he at least put on an act?"

I continued walking and left the private room.

that. But, considering the

my hand on my stomach. I was only half-full. Just as I was contemplating where to go to fill the rest of my stomach, my dad called. "Will, are you free tonight? The president of the Business Association heard that you're in Welsington City, and said

so how about

"Sure."

when I was

moment? He's waiting

him that it's fine. There are cabs lined up by the road. I will

By the way, aren't you still starting up your business, Will? It wouldn't be a bad idea

can

"Got it!"

long after hanging up, Gordon

the phone. Even I felt

the powerful one. I was just a

was called Welsington Hotel,

high-class ingredients and skilled chefs. Most importantly, it

or organized get-togethers,

elevator doors opened. Just as I was about to step into the elevator, I heard the sound of urgently

next moment, someone bumped right into me, making me stumble.

didn't have any intention of apologizing. They entered the elevator and started slamming on the button

being too nonchalant about

stepped into the elevator. My eyes lit up instantly when

expected her to be such a