Chapter 335: As Colton and Melany stepped into the foyer of the grand ball, their eyes immediately landed on Allison and Rebecca, who were carefully picking out jewelry from the elegant glass counters.

With time to spare before the event began, the space around them bustled with guests trying on glittering accessories, admiring their reflections in the mirrors.

Everything suits you, Allison, Gordon leaned forward, propping his chin in his hand, his gaze fixed on Allison with pure admiration.

Why dont you try that red agate necklace? His voice was light, but there was an underlying wish in his suggestion, hoping shed remove the snake-shaped necklace rumored to be a Lloyd family heirloom she was wearing.

Floyd, noticing the jade bracelet adorning her wrist, added with a nod, That jade bracelet is particularly exquisite.

High quality, no doubt.

Kellan, however, didnt comment on any specific piece.

He tilted his head slightly and, with a deep tone, remarked, Choosing jewelry is more trouble than its worth.

Ms.

Clarke, you and Miss Green must be exhausted.

I could have this entire area reserved for us.

The room fell into silence.

What kind of financial strength did that require? Rebecca, watching the scene unfold like a stage play, leaned closer to Allison and whispered teasingly, Youve got it made, Allison.

All three of them are clearly vying for your attention.

She emphasized the words with playful mischief.

Especially Kellan.

Hes not only fawning over you but is being thoughtful toward me because Im your friend.

I feel so lucky.

Ferdinand walked over, carrying a set of gleaming jewelry in his

Green, consider this a small compensation gift from me an apology for the

blue suit with gold

carried an air of ease that seemed slightly

and gave Rebecca a little nudge toward

one showing real thoughtfulness here, coming prepared with

from your

Rebecca laughed.

teasing me! I wouldnt

light-hearted banter flowed so naturally that it formed a bubble of warmth, shutting out any attempts to

the others were still intent on buying Allison something,

for you all to fuss

Kellan remained calm.

We had an agreement.

said Id take care of whatever caught

my reward

knew Allisons pride wouldnt allow her to accept anything too freely, so he shifted his gaze toward Ferdinand after laying

bill will be settled by

Blakely.

Ferdinand blinked.

Ferdinand hadnt even realized what Kellan was suggesting before seeing Kellans gaze

profits from our last venture are nearly

be

why not just handle all the expenses for

be left

theyre best

words came out slow

this way, you wont have to keep

this back-and-forth with funds its

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