Fatal Greed

Amos spat viciously, his face full of disgust.

His gaze fell on the priceless gold pendant around Clarissa's neck. A flicker of greed passed through his eyes.

He had heard Ophelia mention it before. This pendant was part of Clarissa's dowry, worth a fortune.

Unable to contain himself, he stretched out his rough hands and eagerly reached toward her neck.

Clarissa's collar was intricately layered, a