Dominic Arnold really went on a business trip for three days, he disappeared without a trace. Taking advantage of this leisure time, I decided to use the powers of mistress, shopping for some necessary personal items.
I went for a walk in the mall and picked up a few pairs of ballet shoes. When I stopped by the high-heeled shoe store, my gaze faltered a little. I really like the glittery rhinestones, they look both shiny and classy. However, as a ballet dancer, I have to admit that my feet are very ugly, so wearing high heels really doesn't look good at all.
I gazed at the designer high heels for a while to satisfy my own liking, then was about to leave.
Unexpectedly, the saleswoman warmly approached me and invited me to buy high heels.
"Pretty lady, would you like to come into our store and check out the latest high heels?
The new collection of high-heeled shoes "Iridescent Crystal" is released, a beauty like a lady should not be missed."
The saleswoman's skillful greeting really made me wonder.
"Um... I don't plan on buying high heels today. I'm sorry." I regretfully said no, but my eyes still couldn't help but look at the shoe rack.
"Miss, don't worry, you can try it. This is a limited-edition design, if you don't try it once, you will definitely regret it."
Hearing that, I was finally convinced. I sat and waited for the high-heeled saleswoman to arrive.
True to what she described, the "Iridescent Crystal" collection is truly beautiful beyond my imagination.
In this collection, the "Shining Ruby" heels are probably the heels that caught my attention the most.
The saleswoman is very good at observing the customer's expressions, as soon as she saw me staring at the "Shining Ruby" high heels, she warmly took the shoes and handed them to me.
"Miss, you really have a keen eye. These shoes are the most expensive in the "Iridescent Crystal" collection. Would you like to try them on?"
I nodded and put those high heels on my feet. These heels are as beautiful as Cinderella's glass heels. Its pink color shines brightly, its beauty makes one feel like any woman's legs have become perfect.
I stared blankly at my feet, for the first time I had the feeling that my legs weren't so ugly. The calluses and scars on my feet are not visible. For a moment, I felt like these heels were made for flawed feet like mine.
"Very beautiful, ma'am."
"Yes, it's gorgeous."
I can't help but marvel at such a beautiful pair of shoes. Although its price is really high to make people panic, but I really like this high heel, and I want to buy it. I'm sure Dominic would be pleased if I wore these heels in front of him.
"So will you buy it? It's the last pair, ma'am."
"Yes I want..."
"Wow, why would this store clerk sell these high-heeled shoes to a country girl? That's stupid.'
Kaylin's crisp voice rang out, making me dumbfounded. I didn't expect that even if I just go shopping, I can meet the person I don't want to see the most.
The saleswoman heard Kaylin say that and was embarrassed to speak. She did not dare to offend any customers, so she could only quietly and obediently stand to the side.
"Esther Joan, lately you've been with a rich man, so it's okay to spend money? Does your master know that you take advantage of him and spend it lavishly? You should remember that your identity is just a whore, don't be arrogant and think that you are really a noble lady."
Kaylin's words were like sharp knives, each word cut into my heart, making me tremble.
"He allows me to shop to my heart's content." I retorted to Kaylin, my eyes showing hesitation.
"Is that so? Hahaha... Looking at those cheap ballet shoes you bought, how dare you brag that you're being pampered and given money for shopping by him? Admit it Esther Joan, you're just lusting for something that doesn't belong to you, Look at those gorgeous heels, they don't suit you at all. And just like you think you're with him, the truth is... you don't deserve it."
After saying that, Kaylin shoved me hard on the shoulder causing me to fall down on the chair. The girls who were with Kaylin happily laughed at my humiliation.
"Don't be upset Esther, Kaylin is just telling you the truth." Jade Roxaleen looked at me and smirked. Maybe she's still upset about the theft of my ballet costume and being found out.
At this moment, the store manager suddenly appeared. He respectfully bowed to the guests with a very professional attitude.
"Ladies, do you need my help?"
"Oh, here's the manager. He showed up just in time. There was a customer who couldn't afford this beautiful pair of high heels but still tried it on anyway.
Do you think we should kick her out of the luxury store?" Jade jerked her chin at me and said in a disgusted voice.
"Oh... is that so."
I'm embarrassed to take off my "Shining Ruby" shoes, I'm in a bad mood and I just want to get out of here quickly before the manager says bad things.
However, he didn't say anything more, just quietly took the high heels and stuffed them into the bag at the counter.
"You did the right thing, manager. Don't sell those high heels to this needy lady." Jade nodded in satisfaction, Kaylin stood beside her with her arms crossed and smiling.
Right before I left, the manager suddenly spoke up.
"Ma'am, you forgot yours."
He handed me a bag containing expensive high heels.
"Um, you seem to have made a mistake. I haven't bought it yet." I humbly replied.
"Hey, it was me who was going to buy those shoes. I went all the way here for those 'Shining Ruby' heels." Kaylin frowned and was about to take the shoes back because he thought the manager had made a mistake.
But the manager patiently looked at me and spoke in a respectful voice.
"There's no mistake here, Lady Esther Joan. These heels are yours."
"But..." I still didn't understand what was going on when the manager explained softly.
"This entire chain of stores belongs to a branch of the fashion company that Sir Dominic Arnold has invested in. He told us that if Lady Esther Joan comes to shop, we can give you whatever you want without paying."
Kaylin and her group of friends were dumbfounded. They stared at me with disbelieving eyes.
For a moment, the feeling of disappointment and humiliation disappeared. I confidently grabbed the bag of high heels and walked towards the checkout.
"Isn't it worth a million dollars? I pay by bank card. Thanks."
I purposely pulled out the black card Dominic Arnold gave me and paid for the heels. Even though the manager made it clear that I didn't need to pay, I still wanted to.
If I could, I'd say to Kaylin: You see, I'm mistress but still pampered by Dominic.