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The manager stepped forward quickly, his jaw tight and his eyes still narrowed with irritation. He spoke through clenched teeth, though his voice was loud enough for everyone in the store to hear.“That,” he said sharply, pointing at the ring, “is the Imperial Radiance Diamond Ring. A flawless, D-grade diamond — pure as they come, over six carats, set in platinum.”His tone grew heavier, his anger slipping into every word. “Cut to perfection — every facet aligned to throw back maximum fire and brilliance. It’s one of a kind. That’s why it sits in the cube, because no one has ever had the nerve — or the wallet — to even ask for it.”He folded his arms, staring hard at Elijah. “And you think you can just walk in and claim it.”Elijah’s lips curved into a faint smile as he looked from the ring back to the manager. His voice came calm, smooth, but laced with a quiet sting.“There are a lot of people who can afford this,” he said. “It’s just that your store isn’t that popular or big yet to
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The words struck like a hammer against glass — sharp, clear, and impossible to ignore.Gasps broke out again, louder this time. A woman at the back covered her mouth, while a man near the counters muttered, “He can’t be serious…” The attendants exchanged bewildered glances, and even the manager froze for a beat, his eyes widening before narrowing again, struggling to believe what he had just heard.The manager turned back sharply, his brows furrowed deep. His voice was heavy, almost disbelieving.“What… did you say?”Elijah’s gaze didn’t waver. “I said, I want it.”The manager’s nostrils flared, his tone rising as if to hammer the point in. “Did you hear the amount I mentioned well? One hundred and eighty thousand dollars!”The room fell into a hush again, all eyes locked on Elijah, waiting to see if he would falter.Elijah’s expression remained perfectly calm, his voice steady as steel.“I heard you,” he said. “One hundred and eighty thousand. I told you already—I want it. So bring i
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The call ended with a sharp click, leaving the attendant staring at her phone for a moment before tucking it quickly away. She walked back toward Elijah, her steps measured, and stopped just in front of him.“The manager said he’s on his way here,” she announced, her tone a little steadier now, though her eyes betrayed her nerves.Another attendant hurried forward, pulling a polished chair out from the side and gesturing. “Please, sir, would you like to sit while you wait?”Elijah shook his head lightly, his hands sliding into his pockets as his gaze remained fixed on the glass cube. “Don’t worry about it. I’ll stand.”Around them, the tension only deepened. Customers loitered near counters and walkways, pretending to browse but really just staring openly, whispering to each other as they waited to see how this would unfold. Every eye in the store was locked on ElijahAbout twenty minutes later, the doors of the jewelry store swung open, and a man strode in.The manager was tall — at
Chapter 396
The store seemed to quiet for a moment as nearby customers watched, their curiosity piqued even further.Elijah’s brow creased into a faint frown, his eyes narrowing slightly as he finally turned them on the attendant blocking his way.“Why can’t I?” he asked, his tone calm but edged with authority, the kind that pressed for an answer without raising his voice.The question hung in the air, and a few of the watching customers leaned closer, waiting to hear the response.The attendant swallowed lightly before replying, his voice careful but firm.“Sir… that piece is one of our crown jewels,” he explained. “It isn’t kept for casual viewing. Only high-profile clients with clearance are permitted to even approach it.”He shifted his stance, hands still politely raised. “It’s not just expensive, sir — it’s priceless. Security protocols don’t allow anyone without clearance to come close.”Elijah studied the attendant in silence for a heartbeat, then gave a slow nod. His gaze slid back to th
Chapter 395
About half an hour later, he slowed as the vehicle approached a wide intersection in the heart of New Ember’s luxury district. At the corner stood a sprawling big store.It was a very big jewelry store, the entrance framed with fine stonework and polished metal fittings. Through the open doors, the warm glow of lights revealed glittering displays of diamond necklaces, heavy gold sets. Uniformed guards stood at either side of the entrance, straight-backed and alert.Elijah pulled up smoothly at the curb, stepped out with quiet confidence, and adjusted his jacket. Without a word, he walked toward the entrance.“Good afternoon sir,” one said firmly, lifting a sleek handheld scanner. The other gestured politely. “Just a quick security check.”Elijah extended his arms slightly, his face calm. The scanner passed over him with a faint electronic hum, a green light flashing as it cleared him.“All clear,” the first guard said, lowering the device. The second immediately pulled open the tall p
Chapter 394
It had been about half an hour later when Sierra finished bathing. She’d slipped into a soft, comfortable home outfit, her skin carrying the fresh scent of her favorite body mist. Standing in front of the mirror, she leaned closer, carefully lining her eyes.Her phone dinged.She paused mid-stroke, placing the liner down, and walked over to pick it up from the dresser. The screen lit up with a message from FlibbityBoo:My date is up, Sierra. Were you proposed to today?She just stood there, staring at the words for a long moment before typing a simple reply:No.The response came quickly.I guessed it. Whoever he is, he isn’t the one for you. I want to make today memorable for you, Sierra. I have things prepared for you — if you’ll be mine.Her brows furrowed.What things? she asked.You’ll know, came the answer.She exhaled slowly, her expression flattening.I’m sorry, I’ve told you — my heart is somewhere else, and I don’t want to do anything just because I haven’t been proposed to.
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