Chapter 189

Irwin rushed over to Briony, arms outstretched, eager for a hug. But Briony smoothly stepped aside, avoiding him without missing a beat.

Stella quickly intercepted, pulling Irwin away. "Hey, quiet down! Bryn's on the phone," she chided.

Irwin pouted, shooting a disgruntled look at Briony.

Briony ignored him and turned her attention back to her call. "So, what's the result?" she asked James.

"Nothing unusual," James replied. "Just an ordinary crystal. No hidden surprises."

"All right, got it," Briony said. She didn't feel much of anything about the outcome. "How are things on your end?" James asked.

"I can handle it," Briony replied simply.

"Do you still want the bracelet?"

She glanced at Irwin, her voice cooling. "You take care of it."

"Will do!" James sounded noticeably more cheerful.

the call without another

hung up, Irwin shook off Stella's hand and hurried over, standing in

I first saw it,

calm, almost distant expression. "Irwin, was it you who told your

Dad, but you haven't taken one with

her head. "You and your dad are really something else hopeless and completely

Honestly, she felt numb

She supposed she ought to be, but what was the point anymore? It would

Irwin's face twisted in confusion when Briony didn't reply. "Did

gathered up

didn't understand why. Mom Rosita had told him that if he made an effort and was good to his mom, things would go back to the way they

the more aggrieved he felt.

walked straight toward the church, her gaze fixed on Stewart, who stood tall and

the dress-these things together should have been a recipe for romance. Yet at that moment, Briony felt nothing

started up the steps. One,

eighth step, just a few feet

"Stewart, by the time we get back, that painting should

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