Chapter 128

After hearing their chatter, I finally noticed there really was a pink diamond on the nightstand. I picked it up and took a quick look. I was no expert on jewelry, but even I could tell it was beautiful. I slipped it onto my finger. The fit was perfect, like it had been custom-made just for me. I hadn't even admired it for long before Hugh came by to check on my progress. I didn't say a word. After getting dressed, I headed straight out. Frederick messaged me—his car was already waiting outside. Hugh had expected me to get into the chauffeured car Jonathan had arranged, but I surprised him by heading for a different white SUV instead. He froze for a moment, then hurried after me. "Ms. Sawyer, what do you mean by this?" I turned slightly to glance at him. "I'm going to the birthday party. Isn't that what Jonathan told me to do?" Hugh looked confused. "Aren't you going to wait for Mr. Ford?" "Why should I?" I turned and got into the car, telling the driver to go. Hugh wanted t