Chapter 23

Chapter 23

"What's in the gift?" Lyra asked, her eyes sparking with curiosity as she glanced at the neatly wrapped package.

Sophia hesitated for a moment, then carefully untied the ribbon.

"Oh wow! It's an emerald necklace, from Elegance & Co!" the gasped, clearly surprised by the luxurious gift.

Sophia's excitement was quickly replaced by a hint of discomfort.

"This looks really expensive," she said quietly, unsure how to feel about it.

The intricate design and fine detall made it clear–this wasn't just any piece of jewelry.

Chris had already gone to great lengths to arrange the banquet Invitations, and now his father had sent such an extravagant gift.

It felt a little overwhelming.

But before Sophia could express her concerns, Chris smiled confidently, as if he had anticipated the entire situation.

"That necklace was made just for you," he said, flashing his brightest smile, though a flicker of uncertainty crossed his face.

Chris hadn't asked his father to send the gift, but he did it anyway. Impressive!

Maybe his father was subtly hinting that it was time for a grandchild, especially since the gift was far from cheap.

"You should definitely wear it tonight at the banquet. It'll make you stand out in the best way possible," Chris urged with enthusiasm.

"That's a fantastic idea!" Lyra chimed in, her voice brimming with excitement. "Sophia, do you see how attentive Chris is?"

flashing

It's not that big of a deal. I just want Sophia to be happy,"

face, Chris could

Success!

the real

the running. This could be your

you've done, Sophia replied, giving him a

the type of man you've always dreamed of," Lyra said, clearly impressed

your back, even when your husband is, well,

Alex, but Sophia, caught up in her excitement,

drifted to the possibility of being selected by

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Chapter 23

That

launch her career into the stratosphere,

future.

thought it was impossible-she had tried

could, and still

opportunity had practically fallen into

and Sophia could hardly contain

mixed with a

during dinner, Alex returned after wrapping up his work at the Kingsley

spotted him, her face twisted

the useless husband is back," she

here for the food, obviously. What else could he possibly contribute?” Lyra scoffed.

it easy on him," Chris said with a

point? He's utterly useless!" Lyra

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