Rewrite Her Thrilling Life (Lillian and Sebastian) novel Chapter 231

Chapter 231: Humiliation and Retaliation

Lillian didn’t hesitate as she lifted the lid of the ornate brocade box. Nestled inside was a set of emerald jewelry, exquisitely fashioned with delicate craftsmanship. Yet, despite the beauty of the design, the emeralds themselves were disappointingly average. For someone like Lillian, who owned a premier emerald mine, these stones were hardly impressive enough to warrant her serious attention.

Cary’s smile was courteous but tinged with anticipation. “Do you like it, Ms. Lillian?” he asked, eager for approval.

She casually picked up a pendant, letting her gaze linger on it for a moment before setting it back down with deliberate care. A mocking smile curved her lips, and her eyes sparkled with a sharp sarcasm that didn’t go unnoticed. Still, she maintained the perfect façade of a woman who appreciated fine things. “Cary, you flatter me too much. Fiona’s emeralds? Honestly, they’re far too precious. I’ve never come across anything quite like this in my life,” she said with a tone dripping in irony.

Cary’s expression tightened slightly—he hadn’t expected her to be knowledgeable enough to distinguish the quality of emeralds so confidently.

Everly’s eyes narrowed with growing contempt. How could anyone so lacking in taste get so excited over such a cheap set of stones? She was certain Sebastian would soon recognize her true value. With an air of superiority, she interjected, “Of course Fiona’s emeralds are precious. A set like this easily costs over a million. It’s no wonder you’ve never seen one before.”

Lillian’s smile turned sly as she glanced sideways at the man beside her. “Sebastian, would you say Fiona’s emeralds are more valuable than the ruby you gave me?”

Sebastian remained quiet, his gaze warm and amused. He knew this little troublemaker was stirring the pot again. “They can’t compare to the ruby,” he replied calmly.

“What about the old-mine glassy jade?” Lillian pressed.

“Still no contest,” Sebastian answered.

“And pristine emeralds?” she continued, feigning innocence.

“Even less so,” he said with a soft chuckle.

With an air of playful innocence, Lillian added, “Even my Sunny wears ruby jewelry. I doubt Sunny would ever bother with Fiona’s emeralds.”

Then, with a mischievous glint, she said, “Oh, by the way, Sunny is my pet fox. I believe Ms. Everly should remember—the little fox you once planned to get rid of. It has a particular fondness for gold, silver, and emeralds, you know.”

The atmosphere shifted instantly. Cary and the others’ faces darkened; it was a direct slap in the face.

Everly’s cheeks flushed crimson. “You insolent bitch! How dare you call something from the Chris residence cheap!”

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