45. The unexpected Visitor.

Chapter Forty Five: The Unexpected Visitor

Mrs. Sinclair Pete was adjusting the camera settings, trying to capture the perfect shot of the Eternal Jade when there was a knock on the door.

She sighed, slightly annoyed at the interruption but maintaining her composed demeanor.

She placed the camera down and walked over to open the door.

One of her employees, a young man named Tom, stood there looking somewhat flustered.

“Mrs. Pete, there's someone here who wants to sell a very important piece of jewelry. He insists on speaking with you directly."

Mrs. Pete raised an eyebrow. It wasn’t every day someone brought in a piece significant enough to require her personal attention.

“Very well, Tom. Lead the way."

She followed Tom through the elegantly decorated store, past displays of glittering diamonds and rare gemstones, to a private consultation room.

Seated there was a young man who appeared foreign, with sharp features and an air of confidence that bordered on arrogance. He