The Second Life of a Discarded Heiress novel Chapter 116

Citrine watched Salome, her expression a mix of emotions. It was a long moment before she finally spoke. "It's not a fake."

Both Regina and Salome froze, surprised by her insistence that the bag was genuine.

JR's products were the kind of ultra-luxury items money alone couldn't buy. Even the Carmichael Group had once tried to partner with JR and had been flatly turned down, which only proved how exclusive and arrogant the brand was.

Salome had assumed from the start that it was a knockoff, but she hadn't planned on exposing it. After all, it was the first gift from her niece, and real or not, she was happy to receive it. She just hadn't expected Regina to call Citrine out in front of everyone.

Regina, on the other hand, couldn't believe Citrine had the nerve to claim so confidently that the bag was real.

Without thinking, Salome jumped in with reassurance. "Citrine, it's alright. I know you meant well. It doesn't matter to me if it's real or not."

"But Aunt Salome, it is real." Citrine sounded a little exasperated. It was the truth—she didn't understand why her aunt refused to believe her.

Turning to Regina, Citrine's expression cooled. "Regina, if you're going to say the bag is a fake, then show me some proof. You can't just rely on gossip from the internet and expect everyone to believe you."

"JR's limited editions aren't for sale at any price. That alone proves you're lying," Regina shot back, thoroughly convinced.

"That's enough."

Raymond's voice cut through the tension. He strode over and positioned himself protectively in front of Citrine.

He fixed Regina with a cold, furious glare. "Keep your mouth shut. This discussion is over. If you're so eager to leave the Carmichael family, you're welcome to go. Since when do you think you can push my daughter around?"

He didn't stop there. "Don't forget—Citrine is the little princess of this family. You and your brother are just living here on our goodwill. You'd do well to remember your place."

His words were harsh, leaving no room for doubt.