Chapter 15: Ch 15: First step is to get Money- Part 2
Selene followed the clerk into his office, her expression neutral despite the flicker of hesitation she noticed in his movements.
It was subtle—the slight stiffness in his shoulders, the way his fingers tapped nervously against the desk as he gestured for her to sit.
She took a seat without a word, watching as he settled behind his desk, his polite smile faltering at the edges.
She could already tell that the clerk was suspicious about her and her identity.
He didn't want to deal with this.
Not because he suspected anything criminal—no, his unease came from something much simpler.
The Vale name.
Selene had encountered this reaction countless times before. A mixture of caution and reluctance, as if her mere presence meant trouble.
Deciding to ease his concerns before he could say anything, she spoke first.
"I understand your hesitation. I'm sure it's not everyday someone like me comes in to make a personal withdrawal. If it makes you feel more at ease, I can take a biometric test to prove my identity."
She said smoothly, but even she knew that she was not the best at diplomacy. Her voice did not have the same range or convincing tone that most wealthy people had.