Reclaiming Her Heart

Chapter 503 A Fickle Woman

A clandestine joy nestled itself within his heart, yet his emotions remained masterfully concealed. He slid into the car, his countenance as calm as a still lake. As the opulent facade of the luxury mall loomed into view, his expression subtly altered. "Halt the vehicle," he commanded.

John promptly obeyed, pulling the car to a stop. "Mr. Montague?" he inquired.

"Accompany me. We're selecting a gift," he declared. He reasoned that if she held a fondness for bracelets, her tastes would likely extend to other trinkets as well. He remembered Alex's advice from their previous conversation. Women craved indulgence. He was determined to show her that a relationship with Caterlington offered her nothing, while he could offer her so much more.

Raymond found himself perplexed by these thoughts. By all rights, he should detest Selena. She was a woman of questionable virtue, unpredictable and inconsistent. Yet, he found himself yearning for her to abandon Caterlington and, for the sake of wealth at least, choose him.

Pausing before a display of necklaces, he found none that matched the allure of the bracelet. That piece had been a serendipitous find, freshly delivered from a jewelry exhibit. The items showcased here were merely the remnants of the affluent. Despite his usual aversion to shopping, Raymond spent a good ten minutes perusing the selection before departing, a frown marring his features.

Once back in the car, he instructed, "Contact our domestic jewelry exhibit centers. Request a gift to be sent over."

rearview mirror. Raymond's expression remained stern and unyielding. Having worked with him for years, John knew Mr. Montague to be a man of frosty indifference towards others. The thought of witnessing his true fury was a terrifying prospect, one John hoped he would never have to

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