Chapter 156

NOAH “Mr. Morgan, this is Caroline from Harrington & Co. The twenty-carat oval pink diamond you reserved has arrived from Geneva. It’s secured in our private vault. Would you like to come in for a viewing today?” The call came through the car’s audio system while I was driving along the freeway. For a brief moment, I considered postponing it. There were other things on my mind. But after a second of silence, I told her I would be there within the hour. Harrington & Co. occupied the top floor of a discreet building in downtown San Francisco, far removed from the crowded jewelry boutiques that catered to tourists. Entry required prior clearance, but the security staff recognized me the moment I walked in. A quiet nod was exchanged, and the elevator was unlocked without further procedure. They were already expecting my arrival. One of them escorted me upstairs without unnecessary questions, leading me directly into one of their private viewing suites. The room was quiet and deliberately u