Chapter 57: The First Request
My face must have been glowing right now, because my wish had finally been fulfilled.
People were passing by around us, most of them carrying shopping bags, adorned with broad smiles, makeup on their faces, and their own choices of fashion styles.
Take a guess where I am?
Yes, I’m at the mall right now. My first request was to ask Kenn to take me here because there was something I needed to buy.
At first, Kenn firmly refused my invitation. However, after I forced him, he finally agreed to come along.
I walked while searching for the store I was heading to, while Kenn followed behind me with a flat expression. Occasionally, he made sarcastic remarks whenever he saw imitation items labeled as authentic in the glass displays. I could only glance at him in annoyance. Typical rich guy. He was far too proud of all his branded possessions.
My eyes scanned each store lined up neatly. As far as I remembered, the store I was looking for was on this first floor. There should have been a batik shop after turning this way, but why wasn’t it there?
“We’ve been walking around here for almost half an hour. What are you actually looking for?” Kenn asked curtly.
“Be quiet, Kenn. I’m confused. There should be a batik shop around here, and right behind it is the store I’m looking for.” I turned my head to the right and left, trying to find the store. “Where is it?”
Kenn snorted in annoyance, then walked over to a security guard standing behind a pillar.
Why hadn’t I noticed there was a guard there?
After speaking for a moment, Kenn came back to me and threw out a sharp remark. “What are your eyes for? That’s the store.”
“Yes, but you don’t have to say it like that,” I snapped back irritably. Not wanting to lose, I returned his annoyance with rising anger. “And what about your own eyes? I clearly already told you the name of the store.”
I stomped my foot hard. His sharp mouth always spat out hurtful words. Truly irritating.
I hurried toward a store selling all kinds of cute and adorable dolls. In an instant, my eyes sparkled, especially when I saw an enormous panda doll standing upright with the help of a support. Without thinking twice, I immediately hugged it while jumping in excitement.
From the corner of my eye, I realized that Kenn was watching my silly behavior. I was sure he felt very embarrassed seeing my antics, but I didn’t care at all.
I lowered my gaze to the price tag hanging from the doll. My eyes widened instantly. It was ridiculously expensive.
“So? Are you going to buy the doll you’ve already hugged just now?” the shop attendant asked in a tone that sounded mocking.
His attitude was extremely unpleasant. Was he trying to sell something or pick a fight? Still, there was some truth to his words. I had already hugged the doll earlier, leaving it looking slightly messy.
“Is there a discount?”
“There is no discount. The price is fixed. This doll is a limited edition with a green and black color combination,” the shop attendant said. “If you can’t afford it, you shouldn’t act all high and mighty by hugging it carelessly.”
That was completely outrageous. His words were incredibly cutting.
I glared at him sharply. That sentence was deeply insulting. I immediately planted my hands on my hips and shot back loudly, “Watch your mouth! If I end up being able to buy it, what will you say then, huh?!”
At once, visitors who heard my shout began to gather and whisper among themselves. I didn’t care. While continuing to glare at the shop attendant, I racked my brain to find a way to teach him a lesson. He shouldn’t judge customers based solely on their outward appearance.
Thank you, God. I remembered something. The next second, I smirked and turned to face Kenn.
“You heard what he said earlier, right?”
“So?” Kenn asked indifferently.
“You’re the one who has to pay for it.” I pointed my index finger right in front of his face. “Don’t try to dodge it. You already promised me.”
Unexpectedly, this time Kenn didn’t refuse at all. He immediately walked toward the cashier’s counter.
“I’ll pay for the doll. How much is it?”
Instantly, the employees there looked amazed by Kenn’s actions. Not only because of his straightforward manner, but also because his style and good looks were enough to leave them spellbound.
I watched as Kenn handed his debit card to the cashier, then picked up one of the business cards lying on the counter. After entering the PIN on the payment machine, he shifted slightly and began typing something on his phone.
“With Mr. Handoko?” Kenn said when the call connected.
“...”
“I’m Kenn Alvaro Pratama. I’m requesting that you dismiss an employee named Susilawati Ningsih.”
“...”
“Immediately. As for all the losses, my assistant will contact you shortly to handle the financial matters.”
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