Chapter 14: His Wealth and Power

Every eye in the store was on Dax as he placed his hands on my shoulders to steady me. Women all around the store were whispering as they turned to look at him in interest.

It was embarrassing that he had to see my tear-streaked face. I didn't want him to see me looking such a mess. I could only imagine how terrible I looked with my makeup utterly ruined.

His face held concern for me, and he confidently walked up to a sales staff. The staff member looked utterly stunned to see Dax in the store. She was so caught off guard that she almost bumped into a rack of clothes.

He stood up tall and said, "I am just out of a very important business meeting and had to see what this store was like for myself."

The worker asked, "Is there anything you're looking for sir?"

Other people in the store must've sensed his power from the way he spoke and carried himself. They continued to watch his every move.

Dax ended up telling the worker, "No, there isn't anything I'm looking for. Thank you for a