Chapter 73
Author: Tyqun Nla
last update2024-12-20 04:57:50

"Oh..." Stephanie was surprised that Irene, who had claimed to be omniscient earlier, could become so humble.

To cover up the shame, Irene quickly suggested, "Miss Collins, since you have an interest in this collection, let me reach out to my colleagues for assistance."

Stephanie agreed, and Irene called on two of her colleagues.

The young ladies came forward, and Irene asked, "Miss Collins would love to know about this collection of rare stones. Does anyone of you have any information about them?"

Just as Irene had done, the ladies' eyes were fixated on the collection, staring at it for a long moment.

Stephanie finally cleared her throat to break the deafening silence.

The first lady spoke up, "I have never come across this rare collection in my entire career."

The other lady confessed too, "Since we couldn't help, I believe Sam Trevor should have some information about them." She left to call for Sam Trevor.

Stephanie remained calm, watching how they would sort themselves out. This
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