Thrill

"Two million coins," one of the women murmured, her voice breathless. "That's… Life-changing."

"It is," Selena said lightly, tilting her head. "And yet, it still feels like pocket change, doesn't it?"

They laughed, a little too loudly, and ordered yet another round of drinks, desperate to mask their jealousy. Selena sipped her wine, smiling to herself. Their facade was crumbling, and she was enjoying every second of it.

"Selena, you're such a visionary," one of them said, buttering her up. "With your support, we'll all be swimming in gold in no time!"

Selena smiled sweetly and picked up the contract they had placed in front of her. "You've really thought this through, haven't you?"

"Of course!" They said in unison, their faces lighting up with anticipation. "We are sure to succeed this time!" They completely ignored the money they squandered and the trail of failed businesses.