Charity Harvey extended a warm handshake towards Andrew, her eyes reflecting pleasure. "It's a pleasure to finally meet you, Andrew. Mrs Gift has spoken of you."Andrew took hold of Mrs Harvey's hand, "The pleasure is all mine, Mrs Harvey. I've heard so much about your incredible work in the world of jewelry. It's an honor to finally put a face to the name."Mrs Harvey seemed touched by Andrew's enthusiasm, she blushed slightly. "Thank you, Andrew. I appreciate your kind words. I'm just passionate about what I do."As the conversation unfolded, Andrew put up his best act and delved into his admiration for Mrs Harvey's craftsmanship, expressing how he had been eager to meet her. Mrs Harvey, with a modesty andrew knew was fake, responded, "I'm humbled by your interest, Andrew. It's always fulfilling to connect with individuals who appreciate the artistry and effort in jewelries."Mrs Harvey, with a smile, expressed her eagerness. "Andrew, I would love the opportunity to meet your girlfr
Billion's jaw tightened as he observed the scene unfolding before him. His brow furrowed, mirroring the intensity of the situation. The atmosphere around him grew tense, a silent storm brewing as he assessed the man standing in Joy's way.Feeling a surge of protective instinct, Billion's muscles tensed beneath his clothes. He glanced at Joy, gauging her emotions, and a subtle determination crept into his expression. Without making a sound, he shifted his position and charged towards them. "What do you think you're doing?" He yelled.The man blocking Joy's path turned around, revealing a clean-cut figure with a stern expression. As Billion's voice echoed through the air, the man's features shifted from persistence to surprise. It was none other than Mr Blue, the company's director, who Billion was scheduled to meet.A flicker of fear flashed across Mr Blue's eyes as he locked gaze with Billion. His assertive stance wavered, and a bead of sweat formed on his forehead. Billion's unexpec
Mr Blue's arrogance crumbled, and desperation took its place. He pleaded with Billion, "Mr Boulevard, I never meant any harm to Joy. I just wanted to talk to her, that's all. Please, I had no intentions of hurting anyone."Billion, maintaining his steely demeanor, replied, "Words alone won't suffice. Before we proceed, you will apologize to Joy directly."Mr Blue, now realizing the gravity of the situation, agreed hastily, "Of course, Mr Boulevard, I'll do whatever it takes to make things right. I'll apologize sincerely, and I promise to make amends."Billion, seemingly satisfied with Mr Blue's acceptance to rectify his mistake, decided to involve Joy directly. He picked up his phone and dialed her number, watching as Mr Blue nervously awaited the outcome.Joy, having seen the missed call, quickly answered, "Mr Boulevard?"Billion calmly responded, "Joy, please come into my office."Without hesitation, Joy agreed, "I'll be right there, sir."Thirty seconds later, a polite knock echoed
Andrew's office presented an abstract landscape of minimalism. Andrew, Billion, Joy, and Sam gathered around a polished metal table."Andrew, you really should get a piece of jewelry when you visit Mrs Harvey's shop," suggested Sam.Andrew nodded, considering the idea. "It could be a great way to test first-hand and prove the authenticity of her jewelry."Joy, however, interjected with caution in her voice. "But what if after we expose her, she claims you swapped the jewelry you got from her for a fake one? We need a more foolproof plan."Billion chimed in, offering a thoughtful suggestion. "Why not have Mrs Harvey herself make a video, verifying the authenticity of her creations? That way, there's no room for doubt."Eager nods of agreement filled the room as Billion's suggestion resonated with the group. Andrew, recognizing the advantage of the idea, decided to take it a step further."Let's bring Mrs Gift into the loop. Share everything we know about Mrs Harvey with her," Andrew p
As Andrew navigated the quiet streets, his car neared Mrs Gift's house. About 5 blocks away, he spotted Sam and Joy standing on the sidewalk. With a friendly wave, Andrew pulled up beside them, inviting them into the car. "Hop in, guys," he called out.Once settled, as the engine hummed softly, Andrew turned to Sam and Joy, curiosity etched on his face. "Why were you two standing on the road? I specifically asked you to meet me at Mrs Gift's house."Joy exchanged a glance with Sam before responding, "We were waiting for you, Mr Garfield."Perplexed, Andrew probed further. "But why here? I told you about Mrs. Gift's place."Sam chimed in, "We weren't sure if she was expecting us. You didn't mention anything about us going with you to Mrs Gift's house when we were discussing earlier."Nodding in understanding, Andrew conceded, "Fair point. Joy, you know Mrs Harvey well, and Sam, you've had an encounter with her. Your perspectives will be really helpful. That's why I asked you guys to co
Exactly one minute later, Andrew reentered the room, a small instrument in his hand. Mrs Gift, her curiosity piqued, asked, "What is that in your hand?"Andrew held up the device with a determined look. "This is a diamond tester," he explained. "It helps determine whether a gem is real or fake. Let me show you how it works."He carefully explained the process, outlining how the tester reacted differently to genuine diamonds compared to counterfeit ones. Mrs Gift's laughter from moments ago now seemed like a distant echo as the seriousness of the situation settled in.With a nod from Mrs Gift, Andrew continued, "If you have any jewelry you received from Mrs Harvey, please bring it out. We can test it right here and now."With a straight face, Mrs Gift regarded Andrew and calmly stated, "There's no need for me to bring anything here." The air in the room held a tension as she rose from her chair, her movements deliberate.She gestured for Andrew, Joy, and Sam to follow her, and the room
Suddenly, Mrs Gift asks, "Would you guys like a cup of tea?"Her question hung in the air, a surprising deviation from the somber atmosphere. The weight of the recent revelation still clung to the room, and Andrew, Sam, and Joy exchanged bewildered glances.As the three nodded in agreement, their expressions revealed a blend of astonishment and a flicker of curiosity. Andrew's furrowed brow softened, a glimmer of gratitude in his eyes. Sam raised an eyebrow but couldn't hide a hint of intrigue. Joy, caught between lingering disbelief and a desire for normalcy, managed a hesitant smile."I'll go and ask the kitchen help to make us tea." Mrs Gift said and let the room.About 10 minutes later, one of Mrs Gift's helpers entered the room with a polite smile. "The tea is ready," she announced, breaking the heavy silence. "Mrs Gift is waiting for you in the living room. Please follow me."Andrew, Sam, and Joy exchanged glances once more. As they followed the helper through the hallway, the a
The dim glow of streetlights casted a soft ambiance inside Andrew's sedan as it cruised through the quiet neighborhood.Joy turned to Sam, offering a reassuring smile. "Are you okay, Sam? Everything will go according to plan. Trust me."Sam glanced out of the window, "Joy. What if something goes wrong? If Mrs Harvey sees me, she'll blame everything on me and try to lock me up again."Andrew, hands steady on the wheel, chimed in. "Sam, you have the backing of the Boulevard family. Mrs Harvey can't hurt you. Tonight, the world will see her true colors."Joy nodded in agreement. "Mr Garfield's right. This is our chance to expose her for what she really is."As the car approached its destination, the three of them shared a collective breath, preparing to bring down the first of Billion Boulevard's enemies.The sedan came to a smooth stop in front of Mrs Harvey's residence. They exchanged determined glances before Andrew killed the engine and they stepped out of the car.Andrew took the le