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.

gulp, also took a

fetch another bottle.” Richard observed, ready to rise as the glasses

waiting for a response, she made her way to the door with such determination that Richard found himself settling back into

Lysander the efforts being made

that the Draven Group is on the case, we

family’s

great importance to you, Mr.

such lengths, moving heaven

there were plenty of other precious stones worth pursuing. He could

it holds special significance for me,” Joshua admitted, his

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took a shallow sip from his glass,

sensed the shift in Joshua’s mood, chose not to

and stepped into the main event space where guests moved with an air

women, Thalassa felt out of place

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