Blind bragging
In a high-end bar, Gavin regaled his friends with tales of his newfound wealth. With each boastful word about the mansion’s sale and the riches to come, he was blind to the undercurrent of disapproval among his listeners. His voice, dripping with pride, told of lavish plans and extravagant purchases, while the brewing storm of his father’s countermeasures remained unnoticed in his triumphant narrative.
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