Chapter 81: The New Person in Charge
Miles navigated his way back to River’s modest apartment. As he crossed the threshold of the doorstep, River was right there, barely containing her excitement.
“More than twenty million?! Did you spend it all at once? I’ve been working my fingers to the bone earning that money!” River burst out.
“I didn’t splurge, just bought a sleeping bag. I’m off to a rural retreat in a few days, and I wanted to be prepared,” Miles answered nonchalantly.
River almost choked in disbelief, “A twenty-million sleeping bag?”
“To be exact, it was almost twenty million. I spent the surplus on various other items, which should arrive by tomorrow,” Miles corrected.
“You got swindled, didn’t you?”
Miles paused thoughtfully, “I’ve entertained that possibility. There’s this lingering regret, as if I walked straight into a trap.”
“You suspect you were cheated and you didn’t report it? Didn’t think about asking for a refund or returning the goods?” River asked incredulously.
“Perhaps the product is so exceptional that it’s worth that kind of money? Anyway, it’s my money. I don’t see why how I spend it should be your concern. You’re my employee, and I’ll pay your wage. You did a commendable job with the stock trading previously. What’s the balance now?” Miles retorted.