The Queen They Buried

Chapter 320

Of course, no birthday celebration would be complete without presents.

Ollie got the ball rolling by hauling out an exquisitely wrapped, rather sizable gift box. Grinning, he said, ‘Bree, every single item in here was handpicked by yours truly. Make sure you take your time to go through them when you return to your room.”

He practically purred the last few words, which were heavy with innuendo.

Bowen shot a look at the gift box, one eyebrow arching ever so slightly.

Nina gave Aubree a bracelet from a niche brand. “I bought this at the official store. I think it really suits your style, Ms. Miller, she said earnestly.

It was a blue and purple bracelet. Aubree was quite taken with it and put it on right away.

Alvin’s gift was as straightforward as it could be. He simply gave her a gift card. “I didn’t know what you’d like. Just buy whatever you want.”

Likewise, his words were concise and to the point. Aubree accepted the gift card with a grin. “Now that’s a practical gift.”

The most unexpected gift came from Mark. She assumed it would be some jewelry or luxury itemn, but instead, he gave her a plain brown envelope.

I heard that your command of Odionlandian was somewhat shaky. And you still have to cram for those language exams.

heart sank

are some study materials I prepared for you. I have checked them.

said.

very…

smiled awkwardly. “Thank you

it. If you still feel that’s not quite enough, I can even arrange

fine. I should be able to handle those exams

you

thought to herself, ‘You can’t be

she glanced at Nina. Apparently, Mark had

is clear now,” Aubree

a smile as she accepted

unexpected night she spent with Mark. She still couldn’t tell if he was simply stubborn or just plain dense. He had insisted on “taking responsibility” and just wouldn’t

to hit the hot spring

luxury spa experience with excellent privacy. The group split up and headed for the separate men’s

right at Mark and Bowen with a look of mock disbelief. “I can’t believe you two aren’t going to make

I went out of my way to ask

up. ‘Gosh! Even this blockhead is finally getting

story between Mark and Nina went back a number of years. Nina was highly skilled in martial arts. After the Turner family’s eldest son had an accident, it was the senior Mr. Turner who stepped in to hold the fort. Later, when Bowen Turner took over the Turner