Chapter 56

"Elizabeth..." Rebecca wiped her eyes, her gaze carrying a hint of hope that she couldn't put into words. "You calling me sis means we're already connected in some way. We didn't get to have that meal today, and who knows if we'll get another chance. So here's a little something from me, as a keepsake." "We really don't need anything, our family's not—" Vanessa didn't get to finish her sentence. Her eyes widened in shock. Because she saw Elizabeth open a velvet box. Inside was a crown. Under the warm lights, it shimmered in iridescent colors, blindingly beautiful. "Wait... is that the Star and Moon Crown?" Vanessa murmured, unable to believe what she was seeing. The Star and Moon Crown—crafted from 360 tiny diamonds, four rubies, and a rare Deep Sea Sapphire. A priceless artifact passed down in the royal family of Eldoria for over five centuries. It was the exclusive crown for queens. But seven years ago, the crown was auctioned by the queen at an international event. Starting price? F