Chapter 11: Love Rival
Author: Enigma Stone
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56
As soon as this crazy thought flashed through Susan's mind, she shook her head and dismissed it.

Impossible for it to be him.

No matter how wealthy Jason was, he couldn't possibly... Moreover, she had only mused idly about it last night. How could such an enormous sum be spent so easily?

It must have been some financial conglomerate. Grandfather must be heartbroken, now completely hopeless for this lifetime...

While lost in thought, Mary Martinez's sharp eyes suddenly noticed the jewelry box, conspicuously opulent amidst the surroundings. It looked freshly purchased.

"Oh? What's this?"

Ever obsessed with jewels, she couldn't resist her curiosity. Ignoring Susan's consent, she eagerly opened it to find a sapphire necklace lying inside - the very one she had admired! Did Susan buy this to surprise her?

"As expected of my good daughter, you understand your mother well. I've been eyeing this necklace for days. Help me try it on and see if it fits."

Mary Martinez gleefully hugged th
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