Chapter 2 - The Cruel Trap
Ten minutes before the confrontation, Hannah had been working her usual fourteen-hour double shift at Sterling House to pay for her daughter’s urgent medical treatment.
Hannah had worked at the high-end venue for six months, silently enduring the snobbish behavior of elite customers just to keep a stable income.
The wealthy customer in the red dress, Victoria, had arrived with a group of friends, demanding immediate attention despite arriving during peak dinner hours without a reservation.
When Hannah brought out their vintage red wine, Victoria deliberately extended her arm, knocking the crystal glass straight off the tray and sending dark red liquid splashing all over her own outfit and the polished floor.
Instead of acknowledging her deliberate movement, Victoria immediately blamed Hannah, demanding that the restaurant manager fire her on the spot and force her to pay three thousand dollars for damages.
The manager, terrified of losing Victoria’s high-spending party, immediately took Victoria's side, threatening to withhold Hannah's monthly salary and report her to police if she didn't apologize on her knees.
Hannah had no power, no wealthy relatives, and no money to fight back. She was prepared to endure the public humilation just to keep her job for her daughter.
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She had no idea that Ethan Blackwood was watching the entire scene unfold from the private balcony above.
👉 Read Part 3 to learn how Ethan recognized the silver pendant necklace.
