Chapter 10

By coincidence, the jewelry store was right there in the mall. Minutes later, he walked in with Serena. The moment the manager spotted Damien, he hurried over, presenting a dazzling sapphire ring with both hands. "Mr. Whitlow, we engraved your wedding date inside, just as you requested." A smile tugged at Damien's lips as he nodded. "Wrap it up." Serena couldn't take her eyes off the ring, deaf to everything the manager was saying. "It's gorgeous!" she exclaimed, assuming it was for her. "No need to wrap it. Put it on me!" With that, she raised her hand, reaching eagerly for the ring. The manager hesitated, rubbing his nose awkwardly. "Miss..." "Serena," Damien said evenly, "this ring is for Avery. Pick a different one." Then, he took the ring, snapped a photo, and sent it to Avery. "Do you like it? This is your anniversary gift. It goes with your bracelet." Serena's hand froze in midair as she stared at him in disbelief. Damien didn't notice her stare. He passed the ring b