Revenge is Best Served After Reborn (James) novel Chapter 543

"Sure, I've been wanting to try something different lately."

The casual remark Ricardo made to the middle-aged man from Minton International reached Sophie's ears.

Sophie couldn't help but frown.

In her past life, Ricardo had been utterly devoted to Rowena, but something seemed off when she heard this.

Sophie immediately looked around, noticing that most of the female stars were under thirty-five, stunningly beautiful, and elegantly poised. When they had first entered, they seemed like the queens of the venue, but now they were naturally being held in the greasy embrace of older men, some even boldly initiating kisses.

The atmosphere was becoming increasingly unsettling, and Sophie's instincts told her it was time to leave.

Just as Sophie was about to exit, a bouncer stopped her. "The manager said you're to accompany Mr. Ricardo today."

The bouncer's words left no room for refusal and even carried a threat.

Sophie coldly retorted, "I'm not accompanying anyone. Let me through!"

Her response drew mocking laughter from two bouncers, one of whom grabbed Sophie's arm and said, "Where did this disobedient little star come from? Forgot the rules of Minton International, have you?"

"Rules? Minton International's rules involve having guests accompany drinks?"

"Guest? You're just a product. How dare you elevate yourself? Let me tell you, you're not just accompanying him for drinks. You're expected to provide more intimate company!"

The bouncer's attitude was aggressive, but Sophie wouldn't tolerate it. She swiftly freed her arm from the bouncer's grip.

Colby had taught her the principle of using softness to overcome strength, and after practicing diligently for days, she was beginning to see results. The bouncer was initially taken aback by Sophie's resistance. Sophie slapped him, and he became furious.

Sophie didn't want to cause a scene, but she couldn't let these men take her away. The situation quickly turned chaotic, with the bouncers attempting to manhandle Sophie, causing the onlookers to stare in shock at her defiance.

Gattlin, noticing the commotion and seeing Ricardo's darkening expression, stepped forward and scolded Sophie, "Bitch! Mr. Ricardo's interest in you was a privilege! Are you that clueless about the rules that you want to ruin your career?"

Sophie recognized Gattlin as the man who had been speaking with Ricardo earlier.

The people here clearly had another approach to dealing with disobedient stars. As the two bouncers prepared to advance, the bouncer who had checked Sophie's invitation at the door hurried over, shouting, "Stop! Just stop!"