“What else do you fancy? Pick out a couple more things.”

Evelyn immediately shook her head, “This one piece is already quite a splurge.”

The salesperson briefed Evelyn on the daily care of the jewelry set, and Evelyn listened attentively. Finally, she asked softly, “How much does this set sell for?”

The associate replied, “For our premium members, we offer a 10% discount. After the discount, it’s $1,566,000.”

Evelyn gasped for air.

Even holding the jewelry box felt substantially heavy.

Harriet personally saw them out and, spotting Gabriel descending from the car, exclaimed in astonishment, “Having Mr. Carnes as your driver? Well, then this jewelry set is indeed a worthy gift.”

Gabriel offered a wry smile, “Ms. Harriet, you always have such a way with words. No wonder Estelle entrusts you with managing everything.”

“It’s my honor to have your trust, Mr. Carnes,” Harriet replied with a warm smile. “As long as she doesn’t send me away, I’m with her for life.”

After exchanging pleasantries, Estelle and Evelyn got into the car and left.

Evelyn if she wanted

exhilarated, replied, “What else is there to

“Let’s go grab some dinner first, then we

peered out the window, remembering Courtney’s Yum Yum Bakery was nearby, and suggested, “I know a place around here that serves up authentic J City cuisine. Let’s try

set the GPS for the address Estelle

then, Jonathan called Estelle to ask if

with Gabriel and Evelyn. We’re heading to Courtney’s

be there in about half an hour. You go ahead and order.” Jonathan said

“Okay.”

they arrived at Yum Yum Bakery, Courtney came over to take their order personally upon seeing Estelle. Estelle introduced Gabriel

with Evelyn a bit more, learning that she

Evelyn poured a cup of herbal tea for Gabriel, “Gabriel, thank you for all your

smiled, “I’m just driving. It’s Estelle who deserves thanks for not being a fan of shopping and yet spending the whole afternoon with

and said with a playful giggle, “I’m treating

are family, so

Evelyn nodded with

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