Chapter 76

Maria’s eyes instantly lit up. She turned back, staring at him wide-eyed, like she couldn’t believe what she was seeing. James had a faint smile on his lips, a playful glint flashing in his eyes. “So? Do you like it?” Maria was genuinely stunned this time. Seeing her completely thrown off, James chuckled lowly behind her and casually brought up the past. “Good thing you didn’t take my advice back then. Both the chain and the snake pendant are solid silver. If not, the thing would’ve rusted long ago.” Then his tone shifted, suddenly serious. “When I saw Eve's Tear at a private showcase hosted by the Four CEO, I figured you must’ve totally given up on me. Probably didn’t want to hold onto anything that had even the slightest connection to me. I was frustrated—swore to myself that no matter what it cost, I had to buy it back.” “Maria, Eve's Tear is home now. Will you come back with it?” James looked straight into Maria’s eyes, voice a little tight with unease. Maria felt her heart lurch,