Chapter 448

So, he followed Dorian to Valerie's place and immediately bought the emerald. The second he got it, he slipped the chain over his neck, gripping the pendant like it was the most precious thing in the world.

Then, hesitating for a second, he glanced at Valerie. His voice was a little quieter this time. "I... I owe you an apology," he admitted. "I misunderstood you overseas. I was wrong."

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