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Chapter 264:
Denny had been a great help to Amelia with Summit Capital’s project, so she found herself unable to refuse him now. Just then, the driver eased the car to a stop nearby. Amelia turned to Wyatt, her voice soft. “Would you mind waiting in the car for just a few minutes p>
There was a trace of feigned vulnerability shimmering in Wyatt’s eyes at Amelia’s words.
Though Amelia saw through his act, she couldn’t resist offering a gentle reassurance, saying, “I’ll be back before you know it p>
Satisfied, Wyatt nodded and strode toward the car, his steps deliberate, sparing Denny not even a fleeting look.
As Amelia and Denny strolled to a quiet corner, she offered him a warm smile. “So, what was it you wanted to… Oh, what’s this p>
Amelia’s words faltered as Denny presented her with an elegant box. Denny didn’t answer but gestured for her to open it.
As soon as the box was opened, a radiant red light dazzled Amelia’s eyes. Nestled within was a breathtaking necklace, its red diamonds gleaming with a rare brilliance seldom seen even at the grandest jewelry exhibitions.
When Amelia heard that Denny was giving it to her as a gift, her hand fluttered in protest. “This is far too valuable. I can’t possibly accept it p>
Denny’s smile remained unwavering. “It’s merely a gift, nothing more. Consider it… my heartfelt wedding gift to you p>
He had first seen the necklace at a jewelry exhibition during his early days abroad, instantly captivated by how perfectly it seemed to suit Amelia. Though uncertain when their paths might cross again, he had purchased it without hesitation. When Denny last saw Amelia in Hans, he carried the necklace in his pocket, hoping to gift it to her, but the right moment never arrived. This time, traveling to Kretol, he had brought the necklace with him to give to her.
𝗦𝗵𝘢𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘶𝗿 fа𝗏𝗈𝘳іt𝗲𝗌 𝘧r𝗼𝘮
His mention of it as a wedding gift made it impossible for Amelia to decline. With a soft smile, she accepted the necklace.
After exchanging a few pleasantries, Amelia excused herself, saying, “It’s getting late. I should head back p>
Seeing Denny nod, Amelia smiled and turned to leave, but after a few steps, Denny’s voice reached her again. “Amelia, if Wyatt ever dares to wrong you, just say the word, and I’ll teach him a lesson p>
Assuming it was a playful jest, Amelia laughed, her voice bright. “Alright! If he ever mistreats me, I’ll ask for your help to set him straight p>
As Amelia’s silhouette faded into the distance, the warmth in Denny’s gaze dimmed. A quiet, bitter smile curved his lips, a silent acknowledgment that, once again, he had missed his chance.