Chapter 449: Is a Fallen Phoenix Worse Than a Chicken? (Part 1)

Ned Scurr and Juliet Lapwood were chatting over their meal when Jackie Warth approached with a group of relatives. These relatives were in town for Jackie's wedding and had been accommodated at the most luxurious hotel in Binjiang, courtesy of the groom's arrangements. "Juliet, I must say, you’re relying on classmates for support now. Don’t waste money indulging him. Staying here for a night costs a couple of thousand dollars," Jackie admonished Juliet, referring to Ned, and it was also a jab...