NovelEnglish"He's just looking for attention.
People glanced at Domenic with scorn.
Next to him, Lindsey cast a worried look his way.
What made him so certain that this wine, worth a fortune, was a fake? Yet Domenic seemed unfazed by the derision.
Holding the glass to his nose, he inhaled softly and commented, "This supposed Romanee Conti has a rich, nuanced body, and a texture as smooth as silk.
Its scent is complex, a mix of tart and sweet, reminiscent of roses losing their bloom, leaving behind an exquisite trail.
With a gentle swirl of his glass, he continued, "Notice how distinct the wine's 'tears' are, unlike any regular red wine.
But the Romanee-Conti you boast of doesn't possess this characteristic.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"Domenic gave Jacob a smile, his expression calm, his voice confident and compelling.
His words carried weight, convincing those around him.
Jacob couldn't shake the feeling that there was more to Domenic than met the eye. Yet, Domenic's attire was simple.
It was a plain leather jacket without a hint of luxury, not even a fancy watch in sight.
He didn't dress like someone affluent.
How could he seem so knowledgeable about fine wines? Jacob questioned whether Domenic was just bluffing.
's BunnyBookery But why would someone fabricate such a story here, at this moment? Was there any point? Jacob's face tensed.
He looked at Domenic with scorn and let out a derisive snort.
"You talk like you've sipped on Romanee Conti.
" "Why not bring in an expert to test my claim?" Domenic suggested, unfazed by Jacob's scorn, his smile undiminished, his stature emanating a presence that overshadowed Jacob's.
The onlookers, though skeptical about Domenic, seemed entertained by the unfolding .
They chimed in, "Let's have it appraised, shall we?" "If this wine's the real deal, these two should be shown the door.
"And if it's fake... That's impossible.
Mr.
Perry wouldn't purchase a fake.
" The sarcasm in their voices was palpable.
Jacob, feeling the heat of embarrassment, knew he had to agree to the wine appraisal. Refusing would only confirm the suspicions of his critics.
"Alright, let's go through with it.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmBut if that wine is genuine, you're deliberately causing a scene and spouting nonsense.
Unless you bow and say sorry to me, I won't let this slide.
Guards.
No sooner had Jacob spoken than he signaled to his aide, instructing him to take the wine to the most ET renowned wine expert. Jacob was determined to see Domenic apologize.
Off to the side, Shelia was giving Lindsey a hard stare.
Lindsey and Domenic were her guests, yet Shelia hadn't anticipated Domenic would challenge Jacob so openly. She figured Domenic was just trying to stir up trouble for her.
Shelia deemed Lindsey and Domenic a sorry pair, with Domenic parading around as if he were something special, only to embarrass himself. When the wine's authenticity was confirmed, it would be a blow to his pride.
Shelia didn't want any part of this mess.
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