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?"

teased Sophia, flashing a playful

big of a deal. I just want Sophia to be happy," Chris said,

the look on Sophia's face, Chris could tell his plan had worked-she was

Success!

but let's not forget the real highlight here-those banquet invitations,"

the running. This could be your big chance,"

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

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

when your husband is,

jab was clearly aimed at Alex, but Sophia, caught up in her excitement, didn't

possibility of being selected by Mr. Alfred, and

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Chapter 23

That was no small

the stratosphere, but it could also

future.

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

could, and still had fallen

opportunity had practically fallen

fast, and Sophia could hardly

mixed with a bit of nervous

returned after wrapping up his work at the

moment Lyra spotted him, her face twisted

great, the useless husband is back,"

obviously. What else could he possibly contribute?”

on him," Chris said with a

point? He's utterly useless!" Lyra

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