Chapter 99: I'll Take Everything

He glanced around and realized several nearby customers were watching—some with smirks, others outright amused. His ego couldn't take the hit. He had strutted in here like a peacock, and now, backing down would mean public humiliation. That was simply unacceptable.

Desperately, his eyes darted around, searching for something—anything—that could help him regain the upper hand without losing face.

Then he noticed it.

Rex's hands.

They were empty.

A triumphant glint flashed in his eyes as a smug grin spread across his face. Gaining a second wind, he straightened his posture, puffed out his chest, and raised his voice with exaggerated confidence.

"Hah! Look at you! All bark and no bite," he scoffed. "Not a single item in your hands. You've been parading around here like you belong, but you haven't bought a damn thing, have you?"