The Betrayed Heiress' Return to Elegance 102

Chapter 102 The Gifts

"There's no rush. We can eat first," Farris said with a composed tone.

Rita wore a satisfied smile as she lifted her wine glass, her gaze locking onto Corrine across from her. She raised an eyebrow, challenging her with a playful glint in her eyes.

In previous years, Corrine had never been allowed to attend Farris' birthday celebrations, but this year she had been invited. Naturally, she had come with a gift.

Rita had stolen a glance at the gift Corrine brought-a plain, unadorned box that screamed mediocrity, clearly not something of significant value.

Corrine, fully aware of Rita's scrutinizing gaze, simply took a sip of water, her expression unreadable, offering no reaction.

Once the meal ended, Rita busied herself organizing the servants to bring out the mountain of gifts, which numbered in the dozens.

The relatives at the table began unwrapping each gift with precision, presenting them to Farris.

It was no secret that Farris had a deep fondness for antiques and paintings, so most gifts catered to his refined tastes.

A standout offering came from Diego Newman of the Julee Group, who presented a rare quill pen.

do you like this gem?" she asked, her voice filled with enthusiasm as she handed the

Farris' eyes

royalty?"

at the gem. "Is this a rare gem, one used

brief moment, her lips curving into a subtle,

replied, "Yes. I specially sought out a collector and bought

with a chuckle, his tone lighthearted. "I'd be quite

cradled the gem with care, admiring its uniqueness, despite its lack of

of gem, used exclusively by the royal court and often given as prestigious gifts to the nobility,

to tear his eyes away, and despite his usual indifference toward Leah,

with poise,

the appearance of this gem, all the other gifts suddenly seemed insignificant, mere background to

been working to win Farris' favor," Tracy said, admiration in her

guests chimed in, "You're truly blessed, Tracy. Your son is outstanding, and now, even your future daughter-in-law is

daughter-in-law like Leah, I'd consider myself

You should hold onto her tight! Otherwise, if she leaves, you'll have no

grown up together. They should get engaged soon-bring new additions to

exaggerated, Leah shyly nestled into Bruce's embrace,

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