Everyone’s head turned toward the little voice.Mia’s curious eyes were fixed on the small jewelry box in Jaden’s hand. When she asked, “Papa, what’s that? Did you buy me chocolate?” even Selena, Vane, and Nora looked over.Jaden chuckled softly. Since all eyes were on him now, hiding it didn’t make sense anymore. He took out the velvet box and smiled. “Tomorrow is Mama’s birthday,” he said warmly. “This is Papa’s gift for Mama.”That immediately caught everyone’s attention.Mia leaned forward, eyes wide with excitement. “A gift for Mama?” she squealed.Selena’s lips curved into a small smile, but she looked curious. “You actually prepared something?”Even Vane and Nora put down their cups and turned toward the box, eager to see what Jaden had picked.Selena opened it carefully—and the moment the lid lifted, the entire room seemed to glow.Inside lay a breathtaking pink diamond necklace, the stone radiating a soft, mesmerizing shimmer under the lights.Everyone gasped.“It’s beautiful

Selena looked breathtaking that night. Her long silver dress shimmered under the chandelier light, hugging her figure perfectly while still carrying an air of grace and sophistication. The delicate diamond earrings glistened against her smooth skin, and her soft curls framed a face that looked almost unreal — poised, confident, and radiant. She looked like a princess from a fairy tale, the kind that made heads turn wherever she went.Vane and Nora weren’t far behind either. Vane wore a tailored black suit that gave him the air of an old-school gentleman, while Nora had on a deep burgundy gown that brought out the ruby necklace Vane had gifted her on her last birthday. It hung around her neck like a mark of timeless affection.Even little Mia had been dressed up for the occasion, twirling in her tiny white dress and sparkling shoes as she tugged on her mother’s hand, grinning from ear to ear.The Verrick family left their home together, spirits high and faces bright with expectation. T

Zendy’s smug smile froze for a split second before she quickly recovered her composure. Still, the sharp glint of unease in her eyes betrayed her confidence.As she looked closer at Selena, her expression stiffened even more. The sight of that pink diamond glimmering against Selena’s skin made her stomach twist. It couldn’t be. Impossible!Her mind raced. They told me Evermore was already taken by the new boss of Perpetual Love… so how on earth could Selena be wearing it?Zendy blinked hard, forcing a laugh to hide her growing anxiety. “No way,” she muttered under her breath, but the words tasted bitter.Selena, on the other hand, had noticed it too. Her heart skipped a beat the moment her gaze fell on Zendy’s necklace — it was identical to hers. Every cut, every shimmer, even the platinum clasp looked exactly the same.Her pulse quickened. There was no way both necklaces could be genuine.So hers must be the real one, she thought bitterly. Mine… must be a replica.Feeling suddenly se

The corners of Jaden’s lips curved into a slow, confident smirk — the kind that promised trouble for anyone foolish enough to challenge him. His voice, low and composed, carried across the room with an almost dangerous calm.“Zendy Brandy,” he said, his tone heavy with mock amusement. “I’ve met arrogant people before, but I’ve never seen anyone so eager to dig their own grave as you.”Gasps rippled through the hall. Zendy’s jaw tightened, but she said nothing — only glared at him, her pride forcing her to hold her ground.Jaden took a step forward, his eyes never leaving hers. “I’ll accept your terms,” he continued, his voice steady and cold. “If my wife’s necklace turns out to be fake, I’ll get on my knees right here and apologize to you.”The crowd murmured, stunned by his boldness.“But,” Jaden added, his tone sharpening like steel, “if her necklace is real, you’ll apologize to her. I won’t ask you to kneel, Ms. Brandy. You’re not worth that much of my time. Instead…” He paused, hi

The convoy of sleek black cars rolled out of the Verrick mansion, led by Jaden’s Polo and followed by a few luxury sedans. The tension in the air was palpable; guests whispered among themselves, torn between loyalties and social calculations.Half of them hurried to their vehicles, wanting to stay in the good graces of Selena and Jaden — especially after witnessing the spectacle with Zendy Brandy. They knew which way the wind was blowing. The other half, driven by fear of offending Xander Verrick, decided to remain, pretending the party hadn’t already collapsed into chaos.The once-grand celebration was now divided — just like the Verrick family itself.Xander stood frozen in the center of the hall, his expression dark and twisted. He hadn’t expected things to spiral out of control so quickly. His “brilliant” plan to use Selena’s birthday to cozy up to the Brandys had not only failed — it had backfired spectacularly.Instead of a partnership, they had gained an enemy.“Damn it!” Xande