Alexia's expression seemed to say, "I'm targeting you. What can you do to me?" Tiffany felt neither angry nor annoyed, but rather a little sympathetic. It seemed a long time since she had last taught an Alex of the Harper family a lesson. Would Alexia, this ignorant girl, follow the same disastrous path?

Seeing the tense atmosphere, the salesgirl was in a dilemma. She could only suggest to Tiffany, "Miss, perhaps you'd prefer a different style?" The salesgirl knew Alexia and the Harper family's reputation; she feared Tiffany would face repercussions and quickly offered an escape.

Alexia scoffed. "Humph, who do you think you are, snatching something from me?"

Tiffany replied calmly, "All the shops on this street are mine. Who do you think I am?"

Alexia thought, "All the shops on this street belong to her? This is Lovell City's largest commercial street, filled with high-end brands! She claims to own them all? Even if you want to brag, be more realistic!"

After an awkward silence, Alexia put her hands on her hips and laughed. "Oh my god, you must be joking! You're shamelessly boasting!"

This time, even Alexia's servants and the salesgirl shook their heads and sighed. Why did Tiffany embarrass herself like this? Why didn't she just take the easy way out? Does she think we're all stupid? they wondered. Everyone looked at Tiffany with disdain.

However, Winston Sawyer, the district manager, happened to be patrolling the street—his usual routine at this hour, checking traffic flow. The Moody Group's business was affected by traffic, so Winston was even planning a temporary event to attract more people. People greeted him along the way, but he continued on. He casually glanced and saw Tiffany in the shop.

The Moody Group had transferred ownership; industry insiders knew, but the public didn't know the new owner. Winston, a Moody Group employee, had been informed on the first day of the company's reopening. Therefore, none of the employees knew Tiffany was their boss.

Seeing Tiffany, Winston wanted to greet her respectfully. But Alexia, thinking he’d heard the news and come to cause trouble, laughed and asked, "You're the manager here?" Pointing at Tiffany, she added, "Conveniently, this woman just shamelessly boasted that she owns this street. How long will she be jailed for such a rumour?"

(Chapter 163 continues)

"That's right. Someone who didn't know better might believe it. What a joke." "Manager, you can't let her go easily! She needs to face consequences for spouting nonsense!"

Everyone chimed in. Alexia, smugly awaiting Tiffany's downfall, saw Winston approach with a stern expression. Great, Tiffany will face the consequences for her nonsense! she thought, almost clapping her hands in approval. Then, she saw Winston bow deeply to Tiffany!

His voice was loud and clear, his tone extremely respectful and excited. "Boss! Why didn't you tell us you were coming?"

Alexia and the others were stunned. Alexia exclaimed, "Hey, you've got the wrong person! She's spreading rumors and causing trouble!"

Winston looked at her coldly. "Miss, watch your words. Continue, and I'll sue you for slander!"

Alexia was stunned, suspecting Winston was in on it. He must be paid to cooperate with Tiffany, she thought.

Seeing the disbelief, Winston continued, "This commercial street belongs to my boss. Any objections? Even if you do, keep them to yourself. The building across the street and the amusement park are also hers."

Winston's statement was a bombshell. Alexia's eyes widened in disbelief. "That's impossible! You're lying!"

But even if Alexia didn't know Winston, the staff did. And he wasn't alone; several executives were with him. It couldn't be faked.

Furious, Alexia watched Winston respectfully address Tiffany. "Boss, I'm Winston Sawyer, the manager. Do you have any instructions?"

Tiffany casually said, "Throw these people out." Referring to Alexia and her entourage.

Immediately, Winston ejected them. Alexia shouted, "I'm Miss Harper! I'm a customer! How dare you treat me like this!"

Winston didn't hesitate, waving her away like a fly. Compared to Alexia, their boss was far more important. Had it not been for Tiffany, the Moody Group would have collapsed long ago. So what if Alexia was Miss Harper?

Alexia and her group were swiftly removed. Tiffany's brow relaxed, and she gave Winston an approving look. Shopping was much more pleasant without the commotion.

"Done," Tiffany said, then smiled at the executives. "Go about your business. I won't interfere with company operations."

"Yes, Boss."

Tiffany then chose gowns and jewelry for Zoe, along with casual clothes, paying the bill and leaving. The shop assistants were respectful. Winston and the executives personally escorted them to their car.

It was five o'clock when they returned to school; the anniversary began in half an hour. Tiffany yawned. "Plenty of time. Zoe, freshen up. I'll wait at the basketball court." It was the closest route to the auditorium.

Zoe nodded, quickly leaving. Tiffany sat on the lawn, enjoying the quiet. Almost everyone was at the auditorium. As she was about to nap, she felt a shadow behind her…

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