He gently rested his chin on her shoulder, eyeing the brooch she had selected.
People wont be convinced by your eagerness to find your lost jewelry unless something you truly cherish is lost, he remarked.
Lucinda turned to him and inquired, Well, which one would you choose then?
Nathan carefully examined the items in her jewelry box one by one, ultimately reaching for the diamond ring he had used to propose to her.
He had invested a staggering sum on the ring, and even had her name engraved on it.
Its easy to wear, and its challenging to trace if it goes missing.
If we report it as stolen, no one will suspect a thing, he insisted.
Lucinda firmly clasped his hand and responded, No, not this one!
Lucinda acted swiftly, grabbing Nathans hand to prevent him from taking the ring.
This ring means the world to me, and its so small. What if it really gets lost? Please return it, she implored.
For Lucinda, this ring held immense significance.
The most tumultuous period in her life was when Valerie had framed her, and the Simmons family had lost trust in her.
Nathan was her sole supporter during those trying times.
This precious engagement ring had bolstered her resolve to uncover the truth.
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Even now, she couldnt shake the memories of that desperate period, and this ring remained a symbol of her resilience.
Lucinda collected the ring and placed it back in the jewelry box.
Seeing her attachment to the ring, Nathan smiled. He rubbed his face against hers and said,
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Even if it were to get lost, I could buy you another one.
Lucinda responded firmly, Even if you bought me twenty more rings, none could replace this one. Its unique to me.
Her sharp intuition detected an underlying meaning in Nathans words.
Lucinda narrowed her eyes and shot him a sharp look.
Youve already given me all your assets. How could you possibly afford another expensive ring? Have you hidden away some money?
Nathan grew flustered. His oversight dawned on him.
As he scrambled to concoct an excuse, Lucinda firmly pinched his earlobe.
Tell me the truth. Is there something youre keeping from me?