Reclaiming Her Heart

Chapter 486 She'd Probably Like It, Wouldn’t She?

The color was almost irresistible to any onlooker.

"John," Raymond beckoned.

Without hesitation, John handed over the checkbook.

"And the cost?" Raymond questioned, his gaze unflinching.

"Two million."

Barely suppressing his elation, the salesman hastily encased the bracelet in an elegant box.

This was a novel experience for Raymond, who typically left all shopping matters to John's discerning eye.

John found himself compelled to ask, "Mr. Montague, is this intended

given so casually, could

betraying his intentions despite

"No."

stating the obvious, merely offering a

the financial aftermath, Raymond

of their suspense, they returned to their

found himself back in New York, the gift accompanying him. As he disembarked from the plane, he promptly activated his cellphone, anticipating a barrage of missed calls. To his astonishment,

perused his contact list repeatedly, occasionally wondering if he had inadvertently blocked someone.

his brows deepened as he settled into his office at the Montague estate. It was at this point he decided to message Selena. [People in Manhattan inquired last time whether you

addressing high-level matters within the Fair family. She couldn't afford a moment's respite, given the young hopefuls required her meticulous evaluation. The past week had been particularly demanding, with scarce rest

Selena found herself lost in thought. When she needed him most, his phone had been off. Catherine's attempted call hadn't even merited an explanation or acknowledgment from him. A wave of bitterness washed over her, and part of

keep

calm. She had lost ten pounds in the past week alone. She hadn't been eagerly anticipating a future with Raymond's child, but having an abortion forced upon her without her consent made her feel no better than livestock, her dignity trampled. To add insult to injury, he had the audacity to dismiss her that night. And