Love or Die CEO’s Daily Dose of Swoon

Chapter 264

Hayley, in her dramatic fashion, grabbed Cordelia's hand, ready to show it off to everyone.

Cordelia shot up from her seat. She wasn't one for physical contact, especially not with people she disliked. Her expression turned icy as she said, "Try touching me and see what happens."

Hayley suddenly remembered how, before Cordelia had left for the Autumn Gold Academic Bootcamp, she had given her and Juliana quite the beating in the school restroom...

Now, Cordelia's gaze was just as calm and intimidating as it had been that day.

Hayley's hand froze mid-air, not daring to move any closer.

But she doubted Cordelia would dare to make a scene in front of everyone, so, even though she didn't touch her, Hayley still muttered, "It's just a couple of rocks, right? And that bracelet looks homemade. What's the big deal? Can't even let anyone touch it, so stingy!"

Meanwhile, Abbey's eyes again landed on Cordelia's wrist. The five red gems tied together with a black string bracelet sparkled under the light, enhancing their beauty without overshadowing each gem's natural color.

Rocks...

Her eyes narrowed as she suddenly stood up.

Those were definitely not just any rocks!

Not too far away, Mrs. Collins, Mrs. Brown, and Lorna were engrossed in their own conversation. Lorna, known for her mild temperament and introversion, still held her own in discussions, earning the respect and fondness of Mrs. Collins and Mrs. Brown.

Currently, Mrs. Collins was complimenting Mrs. Brown's ruby ring, "That's a fine piece you've got there."

had a thing for red. I've been collecting them for years. This one was a lucky find from many years ago, nothing special. But I must say,

quite the eye. That pendant is indeed a beauty. But I've

lit up, "Are you talking about the Heart of Ice and Fire auctioned off in Country M five years ago? I heard the Robinson family snatched it up for a hefty sum! I've always wanted something like that, a real heirloom gem, but luck wasn't on my side.

it. However, Mrs. Robinson mentioned that Bill

mostly silent, was then drawn into the conversation as Mrs. Collins suggested, "Now that your paintings are selling for so much, you should consider

her bank account. She had often thought of buying jewelry for Cordelia whenever she saw Juliana flaunting her collection, so she expressed an interest in attending future auctions to expand her knowledge, "Truth be told, I can hardly tell the difference

it remind me of Cordelia's 'rocks'? Well, I guess gemstones are

interrupted by

as she noticed the disturbance, "Ms. Robinson

and Lorna followed, and as they approached, they heard Mrs.

lips but not speak, frantically

stunned, was staring at Cordelia, visibly

silent, her face a

out, "I was just saying how nice Cordelia's bracelet looked and wanted a closer look, but she's being so petty about it! It's just a few pieces of

Brown frowned deeply,

pressure

to be painted as the

We just wanted to chat with Joy, and she got all uptight

Joy, red-faced and frustrated, managed

sudden outburst. Mrs. Collins knew then that Joy must have

was actually fine; it was her ears that had started giving her trouble, leading her to gradually stop talking. Now, she found herself in