How would Nolan forget something like that?
Nolan shook his head as he watched Audrey break down in tears. "I gave it to you, but you handed it back to me. Audrey, I've given you plenty of chances. There's nothing more to say if you don't trust me.
"I'm not mad at you. We're just friends, but you're not getting this jewelry back!"
Audrey's voice cracked as she cried, "No! I want it! I want it!"
With tears pouring down her face, she turned to Jennifer. "Jennifer, how much do you want for it? I'll buy it—just name your price. I'll give you 100 million dollars.
"I swear, I'll do whatever it takes to get you the money. Just give me back the jewelry. I promise I won't cheat you, okay?"
Jennifer had no idea what to do. She could tell the problem between Audrey and Nolan wasn't just about the jewelry. It was clearly a complicated emotional mess.
Before Jennifer could say anything, Nolan's cold voice cut through the air. "Audrey, we won't be able to stay friends if you keep making scenes like this."
Audrey's body shivered instantly. They wouldn't even be able to stay friends?
Right then, George rushed over, head low and forcing a smile. "Audrey, cut it out. It's going to be a disaster if Mr. Greene gets mad."
George was drenched in cold sweat. Audrey actually promised 100 million dollars to get the Crystal of Devotion back. That was pure madness.
Comments
The readers' comments on the novel: The price of betrayal (Jack and Ashley)