Ivanna glared at the young girl. “What’s with your attitude? Woke up on the wrong side of the bed?”

“Why can’t I speak like this? Don’t come here if you don’t want to hear it. Remember to keep your dignity intact. Do you think this place is your personal jewelry box?” The saleslady spat.

Baffled, I asked, “Calm down. Explain what you mean. I just wanted to look at this bracelet. Is there a problem?”

The store manager hurried over. She pulled the salesperson behind her and said. “Ms. Chloe, I’m sorry. She didn’t mean it!”

“Who says I didn’t mean it? I meant it! I might as well quit if it bothers you so much! You treat this place like your own without shame. I’ve never seen someone as greedy as you. You treat this place like a pawn shop. Don’t you know any better?”

The girl was relentless. Even my composure wavered in the face of such blistering criticism.

I frowned. “Have I offended you? Are you talking about me?”

“Yes, I’m talking about you!” The girl was fearless.

The store ma