Chapter 17

She quickly changed back into her plain clothes and glanced at the staffs, “Thank you so much”

She hurriedly picked up her bag and stepped outside, searching her bag for her wallet. Seeing Oliver on the counter, she approached him, intending to settle the bill.

To her astonishment, as she reached the counter, she discovered Oliver was already tucking his black card back into his wallet, while the staff efficiently packaged their selections into paper bags.

"Wait, Sir, I should pay for these,"

Oliver glanced at her, putting back his wallet in his pants pocket, "No need, Ms. Collins. It's taken care of."

Emily's eyes widened in disbelief. "But I can't let you—"

"It's fine," Oliver interrupted, "Consider it as a gift”

Emily was about to voice her protests again when Oliver turned to Lauren again.

"While we're here, can you find me clothes that match what Ms. Collins picked out earlier?"

"Absolutely, Mr. Sterling. We'll ensure they complement Ms. Collins' selections."

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