Chapter 19

Jolene was no longer bothered by Vance calling her by her first name. With his hands in his pockets, Vance paused for a moment before saying, "Arcadia may seem glamorous on the surface, but behind the scenes, it's filthy. What appears to be fruit juice is often a mix of different drinks. Many naive ladies easily fall for it. "Thank you. I've gained insight," Jolene replied. For the sake of his friend's happiness, Vance decided to give a little more push. "Steven is top-notch in looks and physique, though his pride can be strong. But don't let that turn you away. Once his legs are healed, you'll have endless happiness, night after night!" Jolene was momentarily stunned and didn't quite understand his meaning. She just nodded politely and replied, "Alright." She would never hold anything against Steven. He had helped her and given her money, making him the best patient. After their exchange, Vance left with satisfaction. ... Three days later, Capital Auctions held its monthly auc