Melomiri

The Drained Credit Line

Language: en

For two months after adding Tommy to my credit account, strange charges appeared. Tess posted a $1,200 perfume: “Sis and future bro got me this!” Sarah shared a $2,000 sushi dinner: “Thanks Lindsey and Dr. Tommy!” That night, Tommy brought home cold eel rice, apologizing for swiping wrong. Over two months, $15,000 vanished. Then a $300 charge hit. Before I texted, three messages flashed: Mom: “I spent it. Don’t fight Tommy.” Tess: “School fees. I’ll repay.” Sarah: “Tight on cash. Tommy covered meds.” I’d said nothing. Heart sinking, I cabbed to the boutique. Serena stood at the register,…

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