Chapter 127

Cold laughter rippled through the audience.

Did she really think she could buy their loyalty with just one meal?

A young man raised his hand first. "Sorry, Ms. Mercer, I have plans to see a movie with my girlfriend tonight. I'm afraid I can't make it."

Others quickly followed with their excuses:

"I can't either. I have dinner with a client tonight."

"I'm on a diet, so I'll pass."

"I need to pick u