The cold, smooth sensation of the bracelet caressed Leanne's wrist, carrying the weight of generations of the Richardson family legacy. Beyond its value, the bracelet stood for the passage of heritage through the family line.

She hadn't expected the heirloom to be passed to her instead of Phillip's future wife, especially not in front of the entire family. It was a complete surprise.

Did it mean Jennifer had finally accepted her?

As the weighty jade pressed against her wrist, Leanne said, "Thanks, Jennifer."

"We're family, dear," Jennifer replied with a gentle look. "You deserve it."

Leanne paused, then corrected herself: "Thanks, Jennifer."

Nearby, Mary sat smiling broadly, her pride hidden behind her serene expression.

When Leanne returned with the bracelet, Joy and Selina supported her by each arm like two eager pages.

on

got two," Joy reasoned earnestly, "Considering our tight-knit bond, sharing one with me isn't too much to

have two, wouldn't it be perfect for

their gazes and said, "I'm blessed to have you

throughout the banquet until the auction concluded. People

bit drunk, Curtis draped his coat

car, she rolled down the window to let

played with her hair as she sat on Curtis' lap, their lips meeting amidst the dim light and the whoosh of the

jacket, Curtis' hand trailed up her bare

crystal chain?" Leanne

about this?" Curtis' voice accompanied the cool metal that touched

was momentarily stunned. "What

kiss her slowly, murmuring,

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