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Chapter 411

Chapter 411

Chapter: 411Nancy opened the box, revealing a bracelet made of jade. Because of its colour, it gave off a sophisticated appearance.“My brother really loves you, Nancy. | can already imagine how elegant you'll look while wearing this stunning bracelet.”

Nancy studied the bracelet in disbelief before a sense of narcissism bubbled over her heart. She grabbed the bracelet with asmug smile on her face.

At the mention of Laurel’s brother, Millie became curious. It seemed that he liked Nancy a lot. He must have been really besottedwith her to give her that bracelet.

Laurel glanced at Millie and said with a wicked grin, “Oh, it looks like someone didn’t get anything. 1 wonder why Mr. Thomas.didn’t take the opportunity of such a large charity event to buy her a gift. Come on, Nancy. Wear it. Look at her eyes. She’sobviously jealous of you. She probably never received such an expensive gift before.”

Laurel picked up the bracelet with care and grasped Nancy's hand to put it around her wrist. She made sure that Millie could seeit clearly as she did so.

When Millie turned around to go, a group of waitresses suddenly approached her.

One of them said, “Mrs. Thomas, we've been looking for you everywhere. Here’s a diamond hairpin previously owned by theEuropean royal family in the eighteenth century. Mr. Thomas bought it for you.”

What? Millie’s pupils dilated a little.In the blue leather box, the diamond hairpin glistened like a fallen star, capturing everyone’s attention.After leaving the banquet, people were engaged in lively discussions, the evening’s excitement still in the air.

“Marcus truly deserves to be in the spotlight,” one guest said, her eyes wide with admiration. “Buying a $20 million hairpinwithout a second thought? That's exceptional.”

“The lucky recipient of that 18th-century hairpin must be thrilled,” another chimed in, smiling. “As soon as it appeared, excitementrippled through the room. Every woman there was dazzled.”

“Mrs. Thomas, may [assist you with this rare and precious hairpin?” the waitress in charge asked in a polite manner.With a gentle touch, the waitress placed the hairpin in Millie’s hair before she could react.

“Wow, this hairpin is breathtaking! | can’t believe I’m seeing it today,” someone praised, their voice filled with awe.

Another one agreed to the sentiment. “It’s absolutely beautiful!”

Millie’s face turned a delicate shade of red, her heart pounding in her chest. The thought that Marcus might have bought thishairpin for her sent her mind reeling.

It all felt surreal; like it was all a dream.Laurel's shock was palpable as she covered her mouth when Millie left.What had just happened? Laurel had been so sure of herself, only to be humiliated in an instant.

The world seemed to shift around Laurel as jealousy flared in her eyes. The diamond hairpin, valued at $20 million, had been thehighlight of the auction