Chapter 48

Vanessa held the little star-shaped diamond bracelet in her hands, totally smitten. "Xander, seriously, how did you even carve such a tiny diamond into a three-dimensional star? It's gorgeous." Leander nodded in agreement. "It really is amazing. With this level of craftsmanship, you'd be right up there with the best in international competitions. Honestly, even the top jewelry shops in Halewick can't compete with this one." "Oh? So you hang out in jewelry shops now? Let me guess, with that fiancée of yours?" Vanessa tried to sound casual, but just mentioning his arranged engagement in Halewick made her stomach twist slightly. Leander chuckled and ruffled her hair. "Come on, Vanessa, are you really getting jealous right now? I'm the second son of Prosperity Group, remember? Jewelry's one of our biggest businesses. How could I not know my stuff?" Vanessa puffed her cheeks a bit, clearly not buying it. "Hmph, who knows what you're up to." ***** It felt like the trip to Halewick should've