Filed to story: Gavin Landry and Judy Werewolf Story
It was the most beautiful necklace I had ever seen, and I found myself drawn to it.
I reached out to touch the ruby with my fingertips but the black box that held the piece was immediately slammed shut, I managed to pull my fingers away before they were hurt and I looked up at the furious woman that stood before me.
What the hell do you think youre doing?? She asked through her teeth.
My heart hammered wildly in my chest.
I was just looking- You cant even afford to breathe in this store let alone touch this necklace.
Keep your grimy fingers off ! My face paled and my wolf growled in my head.
She did not like this woman speaking to us like that.
Im sorry? You should be, she hissed.
How dare you walk into my boutique and think you have any right to touch anything here.
You shouldnt be here.
Im a customer- She barked out a laugh, cutting off my words.
Oh, please.
You couldnt afford one of our socks let alone jewelry, she murmured, shaking her head.
She glanced down at my outfit and grimaced.
I mean look at you ; youre dressed like a cheap hooker.
Is that what you do for work? Must be a real struggle to have to suck dick for a living.
You have no idea what you are talking about, I argued.
I cant believe you were about to touch a 5 million dollar necklace.
Youre lucky you didnt dirty it, or Id make you pay for it, she said, shaking her head as she put the necklace back on display.
How about you save yourself from further embarrassment and get the fuck out of this store ! What seems to be the problem? A gruffly male voice said from nearby.
A tall man, wearing a nice suit and black designer glasses, walked out from behind the counter.
The woman sneered at me and her lip curled in disgust.
She almost ruined the Emily Wonton designer ruby necklace, the woman hissed.
The man looked at me, sizing me up from my toes to my head and his eyes narrowed.
Do you have any idea how expensive that necklace is He asked.
Im the manager of this boutique and I made the rule that anyone who cant afford my product wasnt allowed in here.
If you arent going to make a purchase, then I suggest you leave.
Look at her ; she cant afford anything here, the woman shickered.
Shes pathetic.
Ill have security throw her out immediately, sir.
No need to get security, a familiar voice said from behind me.
Im sure we can talk this out like adults.
Judys POV
Ugh, you brought your slimy friend with you? This isnt a thrift store, the woman hissed.
Im calling secur- Before she could finish her sentence, the manager grabbed her arm and yanked her away from us.
She nearly fell to the ground from the force.
Her startled eyes darted around the room until they landed on her boss.
S … sir? She stammered, trying to recover herself.
Are you out of your mind? He growled.
Do you have any idea who that is? Irene stepped beside me ; her arms folded across her chest and her eyes narrowed at the two of them.
She did not look pleased, and I wanted to take a step away from her, unable to take the heat of her aura any longer, but I remained rooted to the ground.
HER This is Irene Landry, he said under his breath, forcing a smile at Irene.
The womans eyes grew large at the mention of Irenes name.
She quickly turned to face Irene, bowing her head.
Miss Landry, Im so sorry.
I didnt recognize you.
Its such an honor to meet you, she said, her tone holding a hint of nervousness.
Irene didnt look amused.
Ignoring the woman, she turned to the manager.
Is this how you train your staff, Rodrigo? She asked coldly.
Do you really think this will blow over well with my father? The manager, Rodrigo, swallowed the lump in his throat ; his face had gone pale, and he looked utterly defeated.
Of course not, he said, giving a nervous chuckle.
Shelly had been unwell lately and is lacking judgment.
I assure you ; it wont happen again.
It wasnt really you that I was aiming to disrespect, he woman, Shelly, said, her eyes darting to me.
It was this woman.
She doesnt belong here- This woman happens to be a dear friend of mine, Irene shot back, making Shelly gasp dramatically.
She staggered backward her eyes wide and filled with alarm.
Any disrespect towards her is disrespect towards me as well.
I … I had no idea And that makes it right? Irene all but shouted.
I had never seen this side of her before ; she was usually so calm and collected but at this very moment she was acting like an entitled heiress.
Not that these people didnt deserve it ; they were terrible to me.
I was grateful that Irene was standing up for me, but I also felt a little weird standing by her side while she shined so brightly in this boutique.
N … no, of course not, Shelly said, lowering her gaze, her body trembling.