Chapter 1402
Chapter 1402:
“Kyson…” Vickie furrowed her brow, whispering the name to herself.
Everyone present knew that Kyson was the true maestro of the carving world, with Dwight as his disciple.
When Kyson reached the pinnacle of his career, he chose to withdraw from the carving world. During that time, his disciple Dwight rose to prominence and gained fame.
Yet no one knew what became of Kyson afterward. Several years ago, Dwight had mentioned that his master had embarked on a long journey around the world.
Vickie had imagined countless ways Annabel might surpass her, but she had never expected Kyson to enter the picture.
A wave of disorientation swept over Vickie. She couldn’t accept that Annabel always seemed to come out on top, time and time again.
Vickie had never tasted defeat so bitter.
The envious gazes she had craved were now all centered on Annabel, and Vickie’s hands clenched in frustration. She couldn’t come to terms with it.
But nobody cared about Vickie’s inner turmoil. All eyes were drawn to Annabel and Bruce.
“Bruce, do you appreciate the present p>
Annabel smiled at him. Even though his delight was obvious, she still longed to hear him say it out loud.
“It doesn’t satisfy me p>
To her surprise, Bruce voiced his dissatisfaction, and the expectancy in Annabel’s eyes dimmed at once.
Annabel’s smile faltered as she glanced at him, hurt. “I spent a considerable amount of time arranging this gift for you. What about it didn’t meet your expectations p>
“There’s nothing wrong with the gift. It’s that old man, Kalel, who’s the problem p>
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Annabel blinked in curiosity.
With his arms crossed and a playful twist of the bead string in his hand, Bruce grumbled, “That stubborn old man refused to part with the jade ornament no matter how I tried to persuade him. Despite the treasures I offered, he deceived me. Truly infuriating p>
The memory clearly still agitated him.
Annabel, however, was slightly taken aback. The item Bruce mentioned—wasn’t it the one Kalel had given her?
A wave of mixed emotions flickered across her face as she said, “Think about it. Kalel has stopped carving for years now. He swore he would never carve again. And now look at what’s in your hand p>
At her words, Bruce grinned and lightly tapped her forehead.
“It wasn’t me who made him go back on his word. It was you. I didn’t expect you to give me such a surprise p>
“As long as it brings you joy p>
“How can I not be joyful? But what would bring me even greater joy is you bringing a chubby great-grandchild into the world for me soon p>
“Bruce p>