Chapter 700

Richard had left without a word. From start to finish, he didn’t even spare Jennie a glance.

Jennie’s smile froze. A flush of humiliation burned her face, as though she’d been slapped in front of everyone. The sting of

embarrassment was unbearable.

Just then, Flynn hurried down the stairs, worry written all over his face. “Are you okay?”

“I’m fine,” Jennie replied.

“Thank goodness.” Flynn sighed in relief. Then, with a puzzled look, he asked, “Why did you fall? I barely tugged on you.”

“Dad, it’s my shoes,” Jennie explained. “They’re not very stable, and I lost my balance.”

“That’s my fault. I shouldn’t have pulled you. I’m just glad you’re okay.” Flynn frowned, guilt creeping onto his face. “Come on, let’s leave. We can’t get in anyway. I’ll take you shopping instead.”

As Flynn began walking, Jennie hesitated, her expression conflicted.

“Dad,” she said hesitantly, “it feels like such a waste to leave. Why don’t we try speaking to the shopkeeper? If they know we’re from the Vallgren family, they might let us in.”

Flynn stopped and shook his head. “Absolutely not.”

It was beneath them to ask for favors from other people.

“But Dad,” Jennie protested.

“Let’s go,” Flynn insisted.

She followed Flynn reluctantly, trailing behind as they made their way

entrance, a sleek luxury car pulled up. Jennie stopped

woman dressed casually in a white sweater and slim–fit jeans.

was magnetic, commanding attention without effort. She looked like she

felt someone’s gaze on her and turned,

composed herself,

She glanced away indifferently and resumed walking, June following closely behind.

be careful,” June

suddenly stopped and looked at June, her expression serious. “I appreciate your concern, but don’t let it show. We can’t afford to let anyone notice

sharp reminder that

be more careful,” June said,

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calmly, stepping onto the first

toward the entrance, but a

after them, slightly out of breath. “Excuse me,” she said politely. “Are you here for the Treasure Appraisal Conference? My name is Jennie Vallgren. Could you take me in with

right away. Her expression remained cool and

tone leaving no room for

looked taken

down at Jennie. “I’ve already said no. Do I

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welled with tears. She stammered out an apology, her voice trembling.

attention, and a nearby

bit harsh? Is this how the Kelley family treats people? You act like you

unfazed. Her calm gaze swept over him as if

raised her chin, a sly smile on her lips. “Mr. Murray, it’s amusing to hear

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