Should I go take it back?
I doubt Evan would return the gift to me easily. Even if he intends to do so, it would come with a great price.
But why should I be forced to suffer in silence? I can’t stomach the sense of aggrievement. What should I do?
To go or not to go?
After pondering over the matter, Levant decided to pay Imperial Garden a visit.
The moment he stepped foot into the residence, he made a scene and requested to see Evan.
“Mr. Levant, are you looking for Mr. Seet to retrieve your box?”
He nodded. “Yes, it belongs to me and I’m here to collect it.” Since Nicole can’t keep it, I sure as hell am not going to let Evan have it for free. After all, it’s a special item that I’ve obtained at an exorbitant price.
“Mr. Seet has ordered us to return it to you if you’re here to claim it.”
What?
That’s it? He’s giving it back just like that?
Levant was surprised.
The maid brought the box out and placed it in front of him. “Here you go, Mr. Levant.”
He grabbed the box and scrutinized it. It’s the same one I brought here; everything is in one piece, not an item more or less.
“Mr. Levant, Mr. Seet also reminded us to send you off immediately once the box is returned.”
Levant scoffed, “Do you think I’m willing to linger around any longer? Well, I won’t! Not even if you beg me.”
At the urging of the maids, Levant took the box and drove away.
Back at Levant Winery, he opened the box and took out a first-grade white jade and a pair of ruby jade bangles. He noticed something strange when he held the jewels in his hands.
The ruby jade was supposed to be crystal clear, with its marble design clearly seen from all angles. This one looks polished but where are the marble designs which look like blood veins? And the white jade… it doesn’t quite look like the one I had.
Levant mulled it over and finally figured out what had happened.
“Evan Seet! How dare you swapped out my stones?”
No wonder he gave it back to me promptly. He had the items replaced!
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