"What do you mean by that?" Mercer leaned forward, curiosity evident in his voice.
Rising from her seat, Kristy's eyes sparkled as she looked at Domenic.
"Truth or Dare is supposed to be thrilling.
What happened just now wasn't thrilling enough.
I'm thinking of spicing things up with a more exciting challenge.
I wonder, Mr.
Walsh, are you up for it?" This proposition reignited interest among the others, their previously indifferent expressions now eager.
"We agreed beforehand that everyone, regardless of who they are, must follow the game's rules.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtAs long as it's within the rules, the loser can't refuse or break them.
" "Yes.
Lindsey, what do you think?" Everyone was aware that Domenic was Lindsey's boyfriend.
Although his exact identity and status were unknown, his relaxed yet imposing demeanor commanded respect. The decision was left for Lindsey to make.
Lindsey bit her lip slightly before responding, "Miss Chase, it all depends on whether your suggestion is within the game's rules.
If it is, then my boyfriend will certainly adhere to them.
"Alright, go ahead Miss Chase, don't hold back.
" As everyone watched, Kristy narrowed her eyes seductively.
She reached into her bag and pulled out a gleaming gold bank card.
Leaning against the table edge, she stretched across the large table, placing the card before Domenic.
The room filled with puzzled glances.
With a smile, Kristy looked up at Domenic and proposed, “Mr.
Walsh, this card holds five million dollars.
You have to choose between Lindsey and this money.
If you pick the card and break up with Lindsey right now, the money is yours.
But if you choose Lindsey, you'll be passing up five million dollars.
Having laid out her challenge, Kristy returned to her seat on the sofa, arms crossed and legs crossed, watching Domenic for his decision.
Kristy had heard from Shelia that Domenic's relationship with Lindsey was merely transactional, driven by money.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmShe believed a man like that would gravitate towards wealth.
How wealthy could Lindsey be, especially compared to a top actress like herself? To Kristy, five million dollars was a trivial amount, but for Lindsey and Domenic, it was significant.
Kristy just wanted to humiliate Lindsey in front of so many people.
The room fell into a hush; Kristy's unexpected bold move had thrown everyonel off balance. Five million dollars wasn't chump change.
To most folks, earning such a sum in their lifetwas an unattainable dream.
A hefty five million would grace his palm if Domenic parted ways with his girlfriend.
Without batting an eye, eight out of ten men would choose the cash.
Samong the onlookers wondered why fate hadn't favored them.
If Kristy offered them five million, they'd ditch their girlfriends in a heartbeat!
All eyes turned towards Domenic, a mix of curiosity, envy, and relishing the unfolding day smorgasbord of expressions.
Reclining on the sofa, Domenic maintained an air of indifference, his eyelids barely fluttering. Lost in a reverie, no one could discern if he focused on the bank card or Kristy.
Or perhaps, nothing.