Chapter 1011

The Draven Group was the largest antique consortium in the region. Seeking their assistance would be the most convenient and swift way to find what Joshua needed.

Once they were apprised of Joshua’s quest, the Draven Group immediately sprang into action, and organized an event to gather an array of fine gemstones at the hotel for display, all to facilitate Joshua’s search for that particular jade bead.

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“It’s alright. We’ll organize another one when the opportunity arises.” Richard said, taking the setback in stride. “Today would be just for Mr. Joshua and Lysander to catch up. Richard, the suave young proprietor of the curio shop, was in his element when it came to brokering relationships between businessmen, a skill he had mastered.

“Ha, indeed.” Joshua chuckled. “It’s been a while since Lysander and I last met. I should pay a visit to your grandfather at the Sinclair estate someday.”

Lysander, cloaking his typically frosty demeanor, raised his glass toward Joshua with a nod, “You’re welcome anytime.” he said.

“Ha, excellent.” Joshua replied with a hearty laugh. He clinked glasses with Lysander and took a sip.

in one gulp,

bottle.” Richard observed, ready to rise as

waiting for a response, she made her way to the door

made at the cocktail party gathering to locate the

please rest assured. Now that the Draven Group is on the case, we

family’s capabilities.”

“Are these pearl of great importance

all, why else would Joshua go to such lengths, moving heaven and earth in search of a bead?

were merely for collecting, there were plenty of other precious stones

for me,”

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sip from his glass, masking the emotions swirling in his

the shift in Joshua’s mood, chose not to pry further, and simply joined him in a drink.

space where guests moved with an

men and women, Thalassa felt out of place as she knew no one at all.

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