The Comments Crowned Me the Drama King
"Mr. Brandt, if you don't like them, I'll take them back to my grandmother. She never lets herself indulge in stuff like this."
Everyone's expressions shifted immediately, turning reproachful as their gazes fell on me. It was as if they were saying, "He means well, so why are you throwing your weight around?"
Instead of getting angry, I held up the orange and smiled.
"You misunderstood. These oranges are delicious. They're ten dollars each, after all."
All eyes in the room shifted again. This time, they glanced toward the young man with a hint of knowing speculation.
The young man's face flushed bright red. He was just about to explain himself, but I didn't give him the chance.