Chapter 506

One week later, Edmund Quinn flew to Brankenheim. That day, Chloe Grace received a same-day delivery package signed by Edmund. Inside was a spinning crystal ball, carved with a snowy Brankenheim street scene—absolutely stunning. Chloe spent the entire afternoon at her desk, playing with the crystal ball instead of working. Heather teased her, saying, “Wow, you’re totally slacking off.” But then Heather sighed and said, “Eh, enjoy it! You’ve got a worry-free life—you don’t need to hustle anymore.” Chloe, gazing at the snowy Brankenheim scene in the ball, whispered, “It’s still kind of sad, though.” Heather replied, “Duh, breakups are always sad, darling.” Heartbreak wouldn’t be called heartbreak without all the sadness. Heather didn’t disturb her further and stayed nearby instead, making herself a cup of coffee. She stood by the floor-to-ceiling window, sipping while watching the twilight fall outside and the golden hues of the setting sun painting the horizon. In her mind, she couldn’t