Chapter 27: I am Ivy

Ivy arrived on time at the location specified in the contract, standing at the entrance of the bar with a hint of hesitation. Strictly speaking, this was her first time negotiating a contract. Her previous experience, facilitated by Sterling, an acquaintance, didn’t count. But still, she squared her shoulders and walked in. "Bro, I really can't drink anymore…" Just as she reached the private room, Ivy heard a drunken man's voice from inside. "What’s the hurry? The person hasn’t arrived yet," another man's voice followed, sounding somewhat enchanting. Without much hesitation, Ivy knocked and entered. "Hello, I am…" Before she could finish, a slurred interruption came from a man giving her a once-over with a sleazy look, "When did your establishment start hiring new waitresses?" He then gave an approving gaze, "This one’s quite attractive, sit down then, join us for a drink." "I'm not a waitress." Ivy's gaze shifted to the other man. She couldn't stand the lecherous look of the fir