Chapter 466
Chapter 466:
Caleigh sat alone beneath the apricot tree in the courtyard, her gaze fixed somewhere far off. Her expression carried a quiet loneliness that felt heavy in the still air. Kailey stood at a distance and watched her for a while, choosing not to interrupt.
Later that afternoon, Caleigh suddenly called out to her. “Come with me p>
Her voice was rough and blunt, just as it had always been, as if the world had never given her anything worth smiling about. Kailey muttered a low complaint as she followed behind, keeping her voice soft but not entirely hidden.
Caleigh acted as if she hadn’t heard a thing. She walked straight to a side door near the living room and pushed it open.
Only then did Kailey realize there was another courtyard behind the house. The space was empty and plain, with nothing but a small room secured by a lock. Caleigh stopped in front of it and spoke evenly. “This is my workshop. My mother and grandmother both made a living for our family here p>
The sound of the lock turning broke the silence. She pushed the door open, and the hinges let out a long creak.
The room felt like a private gallery. Delicate headpieces lined the walls, and the tables were filled with open jewelry boxes. Rings and bracelets rested inside them, each piece carefully arranged and catching the light.
Kailey sucked in a breath. “You made all of these p>
“Yeah.” Caleigh glanced at her from the corner of her eye. “That’s why you came, isn’t it? Take your time. You can look all you want.” With that, she turned away and began sorting through her tools, leaving Kailey on her own.
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In just a few days, Kailey had figured her out. Caleigh spoke harshly, but she wasn’t unkind. Bringing her here meant the old woman had already made up her mind.
Excitement bubbled up in Kailey’s chest as she stepped closer. Every silver piece was crafted by hand — none of them looked like the factory-made jewelry sold in stores. Each design felt distinct, the details carefully worked, and the metal had a soft glow that gave the pieces a depth you couldn’t fake.
“Aren’t they all the same after you’ve seen enough of them?” Caleigh spoke from behind her and placed a box in Kailey’s hands. “It’s been sitting around untouched. I don’t think I’ll need it anymore, so you can have it p>
Kailey stiffened. “What is this p>
“Open it.” Caleigh lowered herself into a chair nearby. “In the end, everyone turns to dust. These things belong to the younger generation. If you don’t want it, then give it away.” Her words sounded stubborn, yet something gentler slipped through her voice.
Kailey said nothing. She carefully placed the box on the table and lifted the lid.
Inside were headpieces, necklaces, and brooches. Each one looked flawless, like something that belonged behind museum glass — any single piece would sell for a staggering price.
Before Kailey could react, Caleigh spoke again, her voice low. “Don’t feel pressured. I have one request p>
Kailey looked up. “What is it p>