“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.

asked Evelyn if

still a bit exhilarated, replied, “What else

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

remembering Courtney’s Yum Yum Bakery was nearby, and suggested, “I know a place around here that serves up authentic J City

for the address Estelle

if

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

in about half an hour.

“Okay.”

came over to take their order personally upon seeing Estelle. Estelle introduced Gabriel and

long, but she chatted with Evelyn a bit more,

tea for Gabriel, “Gabriel, thank you

cool and collected demeanor, simply smiled, “I’m just driving. It’s Estelle who deserves thanks for not being a fan of

another cup of tea for Estelle and said with

are family, so please don’t be

Evelyn nodded with a

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