The Heiress They Couldn't Break (Amelia and Jeremy) novel Chapter 485

Chapter 485 Sweet Smiles, Hidden Thoughts

“I’m not going.” Emery said. “I’ve been busy lately.”

Normally, if Gianna suggested going to an auction, no one would refuse her.

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Emery herself used to love these events. She had money, time, and a taste for luxury. Auctions were the perfect place to spend and show off.

But ever since she started suspecting that her husband might be seeing another woman, she had lost all interest. She no longer felt like meeting friends, having dinners, or attending social events.

Even auctions no longer stirred any excitement in her.

Raymond was going on another business trip and won’t be home for the next few days.

In the past, she won’t have thought much about it. Now, looking back, she realized he seemed to be away from home far too often.

She tried not to overthink it, but the doubts won’t stop.

Was he hiding things too well? Or was she simply imagining it all? The private investigator she hired had found nothing. No clues. No evidence.

If she really was overthinking things, that would be the best outcome.

“Mom, what are you busy with?” Gianna asked sweetly. “Do you need my help?”

On the surface, she looked caring and well-behaved. Inside, she was shocked.

She never expected to be turned down..

Gianna had been counting on the auction. She had heard there would be rare jewelry and limited-edition clothes there.

She wanted to bid on several items she liked. Her allowance would only cover one or two pieces at best.

That was nowhere near enough.

She wanted more. Much more.

“This doesn’t concern you,” Emery said impatiently.

After that, she stood up and went upstairs without another word.

Gianna watched her leave and muttered under her breath, “Menopause already? Snapping like that. Careful, you’ll age faster.”

Lately, the old hag had been acting strange. One moment she was smiling. The next, she was like a firecracker ready to explode.

Gianna sneered to herself. Of course. She was never her real daughter anyway. Blood ties mattered. Without them, there was no real affection, only hidden schemes.

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At this point, Gianna fully agreed with her mother’s method.

There was no reason to be kind to these people. No reason to hold on to the hone

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This woman had to be dealt with as soon as possible. Once that happened, the and her mother could say openly into the family.

Then she would be the rightful heiress. Everything they owned would belong to her one by

With that thought, Gianna’s eyes darkened, Greed and cruelty slowly took shape in her your.

Just then, Miguel came home,

The moment Gianna saw him, she quickly hid the look on her face.

The next second, she became a cheerful little bird. She ran over and wrapped her arm around Viges

“Miguel, you’re home! I missed you so much

He had been on a business trip overseas. They hadn’t seen each other for over a week

As soon as he returned, he saw his little sister smiling warmly and leaning dose to him

Miguel felt a warmth spread in his heart. His heart softened, and he smiled. Of course, I brought you a g

“That’s wonderful! Every time you come back from a trip. I get a gift Gianna said happily. I’m always looking forward to it. It makes me so happy.”

She smiled with an innocent, excited look, as if she truly meant every word.

Watching her like this, Miguel suddenly thought of his real sister.

In the past, whenever he traveled—even just to another city for training-he would always bring Amelia a gift when he came home.

Now, the person receiving his gifts had become Gianna.

The thought made his chest feel a little tight. Still, seeing Gianna act so sweet and well-behaved gave him some comfort.

Gianna eagerly opened the gift. Inside were a few cute little toys. Nothing expensive.

“Lots of girls like LABUBU and some other series lately,” Miguel explained. “So, I bought a set for you too.

These toys were actually quite hard to get. He had even asked someone to place a reservation for him.

As for the other series names, he couldn’t remember them clearly. He only knew they looked cute.

But the moment Gianna saw the gift, she felt disappointed inside.

These aren’t valuable. Anyone could buy these.

What is the point?

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She expected jewelry or some kind of expensive collectible.

Still, she wasn’t stupid enough to show her true thoughts on her face.

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Holding Miguel’s arm, she said softly, “Miguch, you’re so good to me. I really love these little things. They’re much more precious than any jewelry.”

Deep down, she couldn’t help complaining to herself. This man was way too stingy.

She had acted so sweet and well-behaved for him, and all she got was a box of small toys.

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