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?"

Sophia, flashing a

that big of a deal. I

could tell his plan had

Success!

nice, but let's not forget the real highlight here-those banquet invitations," Chris smoothly added, shifting

those, you're in the running. This could be your

I really appreciate everything you've done, Sophia replied, giving him a

of man you've always

always have your back, even when your husband is, well, not so helpful," Chris remarked, smug smile

jab was clearly aimed at Alex, but Sophia, caught up in her

drifted to the possibility of being selected by Mr.

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Chapter 23

That was no

only would it launch her career into the stratosphere,

future.

thought it was impossible-she had tried everything for years,

every string she could, and still

golden opportunity had practically fallen into

so fast, and Sophia could hardly contain

mixed with a

after wrapping

Lyra spotted him, her face twisted

back," she muttered, her tone dripping

food, obviously. What else could he possibly contribute?”

on him,"

Lyra snapped, glaring at Alex with

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