Chapter 18 - The Sarcastic Tip
Chloe's life had also taken a massive downward spiral.
Her former rich friends completely ostracized her after the scandal.
She was working full-time at the coffee shop, dealing with rude customers daily.
One morning, a large group of corporate executives walked in.
Chloe recognized one of the women instantly.
It was Diane, Elena's terrifying and brilliant divorce attorney.
Chloe tried to hide behind the espresso machine, but Diane saw her.
Diane didn't say a word, she simply gave Chloe a knowing, sharp smirk.
Chloe made Diane's complicated order with trembling hands.
When she handed the cup over, Diane dropped a crisp hundred-dollar bill in the tip jar.
"Keep working hard, Chloe," Diane said smoothly, her tone dripping with sarcasm.
"Honest labor builds character, I hear."
Diane turned and walked out, leaving Chloe humiliated and completely defeated.
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Chloe realized that the ghost of Elena's power would haunt them forever.
They were forever branded as the family who tried to con the wrong woman.
