Chapter 366

Zachary led Sarah through a narrow alley. The high brick walls cast long shadows, and ornate Victorian-style eaves loomed overhead. The cobblestone path beneath their feet felt cool, and wild poppies bloomed stubbornly in the corners where wall met ground.

At the end of the path, Zachary pushed open a weathered wooden gate and led Sarah inside. The overgrown grass-lined path meandered through the garden, stirring a sense of familiarity within her. The backyard was well-maintained, with a majestic oak tree standing sentinel in the western corner.

As they entered the main building through the backyard, Sarah's eyes widened in recognition.

Heritage House?

Heritage House was a prestigious antique shop, renowned for its collection spanning from medieval artifacts to early 20th-century pieces. However, given the unique nature of antiques, most displayed items were museum-quality replicas. The originals, privately owned by collectors, were only available for sale when their owners chose to part with them. Interested buyers needed to contact the collectors directly to negotiate.

Sarah couldn't help but wonder about Zachary's intentions. "Why are we here?" she asked softly.

responded in equally hushed tones, "The Wilson family

mean Crystal Bay?" Sarah's eyes lit up with

"Exactly."

pristine piece of land embraced by the ocean. For years, it had been under the ownership of Mr. Anderson, the CEO of Meridian Group.

rolled out attractive incentives. Developing Crystal Bay into a luxury resort island would undoubtedly yield substantial profits. Every developer along the coast had their

glanced at Zachary with a mix of caution and curiosity. "What

His birthday is coming up soon-it's a rare opportunity.

compete with the Wilsons?" "Melvin has been researching this property for a while now," Zachary added. "You're suggesting I buy an antique here as a gift for


deeply spiritual and has a particular fondness for

various antiques displayed throughout Heritage House as she

from the east, blotting out the sunlight

walls. Each compartment showcased a unique artifact, each piece telling its

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