The Second Life of a Discarded Heiress

Chapter 220

She just didn't know how to face it.

Citrine glanced away, doing her best to avoid meeting Weston's eyes. Her posture was stiff, betraying her discomfort.

"I still have one more thing to do. I can't leave just yet." She tried to keep her voice as even and casual as possible.

"What is it?" Weston asked, clearly surprised.

"This." Citrine reached into her pocket and pulled out a small black box.

Elbert, spotting the familiar object, immediately turned away with a look of annoyance. "Ms. Carmichael, you really ought to keep that thing for yourself." Weston frowned, about to scold Elbert, but Citrine gently caught his arm.

"Don't get worked up. It's bad for your health."

Weston immediately reined himself in, a wave of warmth spreading through him as he looked at his granddaughter. She always knew how to take care of him— she was his little angel, always so considerate.

In that moment, Weston felt there couldn't possibly be an old man more blessed than he was. He was just about to revel in the feeling when Citrine averted her gaze, moving on.

Happiness is always

consoled himself: It's fine. Sometimes, even a brief moment

knowing smile, her voice carrying easily to the crowd. "You're overthinking it. This

silently thinking he wouldn't want that odd little thing even if she tried to give

Citrine turned back to the assembled guests and, right in front of them all, opened the black box in

"Take a look, everyone."

rested a small, iridescent pill-delicate and lustrous, giving off a faint,

a closer look. Citrine smiled, but kept her secret. "Why don't you see if you can figure it out?" One guest stared intently at the pill for a long moment,

Vitaflux! It's Vitaflux!" His eyes shone

awe. Some of the more worldly socialites recognized it

real-this

opportunity to see one up close at an auction overseas, but that

find. If you take it out of its solution, it must be consumed the same day, or it loses its

one of the world's greatest medical minds. It can neutralize any toxin, restore the body's organs, even extend life. For those suffering from serious illness, it's a miracle—almost like coming back

unable to contain his excitement, turned to Citrine. "This is