CHAPTER 68: ONCE UPON A TIME

Juliet’s smile was a silent confirmation of her indulgence. And Daniel? He knew he had her hooked. Daniel’s words were as smooth as silk, his voice full of conviction. “It’s your lucky day, Mr. Salesman. We’ll take it for the original price,” he declared, his expression radiating with confidence. Juliet’s eyes widened, her head shaking in disbelief. “But… but I thought we were going to take advantage of the promotion,” she protested, a hint of panic in her voice. Daniel, relishing in his power play, turned to her with a smirk. Daniel’s voice was smooth, like a knife slicing through warm butter. “Oh, come on, Julie. If you can pay $700,000, you can surely pay $900,000,” he said, a glint of amusement in his eyes. Juliet, her mouth hanging open in surprise, looked at him like he had grown a second head. “But… but you said—” She stammered, her confusion evident. Daniel, savoring every second of this power struggle, flashed her a smile as cunning as the Cheshire Cat’s. Juliet’s tone