Chapter 71

Samantha smiled helplessly. "I didn't find money." "Did the club give out bonuses?" Layla casually tossed her bag onto the couch, took off her jacket, and hung it on the rack. Then, sitting at the table, she grabbed her cutlery. "I've been working all day—I'm starving." After taking a couple of bites, she frowned in confusion. "Wait. That can't be right. Since when has the club ever handed out bonuses? And you're just a part-timer." "Of course, the club doesn't give out bonuses." Samantha was busy trying to open a bottle of red wine but struggled with it for a while to no avail. Layla had mentioned before that wine paired well with food, so Samantha had specifically bought a bottle. Not knowing which one to choose, she had picked one that cost over 300 dollars—an expensive purchase. Without hesitation, Layla took the bottle and opener from Samantha's hands. "Allow me." With just a few quick motions, the bottle was open. There were two glasses on the table. Layla reached for