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    Sadie’s breath hitched. Her grip tightened around the phone. Could this be—


    “Yes,” she said, forcing her voice to stay calm. “Do you have one?”


    “I have a stone that fits the description of the Starlight Stone.”


    Excitement surged through Sadie, nearly making her forget to breathe. “Really?” she asked, her heart hammering. “Can I see it?”


    “Of course,” the voice replied smoothly. “Let’s set up a meeting.”


    “Fantastic, thank you so much!” Sadie eximed.


    Once the call ended, she wasted no time getting ready for the meeting. She meticulously chose her outfit, aiming to present herself well. Later that day, Sadie met the enigmatic jeweler at a quiet cafe.


    Dressed in schrly gold-rimmed sses, the middle-aged jeweler had an academic demeanor.


    From a sleek ck briefcase, he produced a stone and presented it to her. She epted the stone with care and scrutinized it thoroughly. Remarkably, the stone was clear, bathed in a soft blue light, and bore a resemnce to the Starlight Stone.


    “How much are you selling this for?” Sadie inquired, her voice edged with anxiety.


    With a reassuring smile, the jeweler responded, “Miss Hudson, your design skills are well-known, and I understand the importance of this stone to you. I have no interest in exploiting that. Just offer what feels right to you.”


    Overwhelmed by his kindness, Sadie responded hesitantly, “How could I possibly ept such generosity?”


    “Please, it’s a gesture of respect for your talents.”


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    Ultimately, Sadie acquired the stone for a surprisingly modest sum.


    Sadie’s tion was evident as she left the cafe, clutching the stone that felt like a tangible piece of hope in her palm.


    The jeweler watched her departure before dialing Noah’s number. “Mr. Wall, the task is aplished.”


    Noah’s response was neutral. “Very good.”


    “The stone was instantly recognized by Miss Hudson,” the jeweler said. With a thoughtful look, Noah ended the call and stared out the window, his expression unreadable.


    Back at her studio, Sadie carefully set the Starlight Stone on her workbench.


    Lionel had been waiting there for some time.


    With a quick adjustment of his sses, his eyes sparkled with anticipation.


    “Sadie, you really found it,” Lionel said, his voice filled with excitement. “Let’s begin, Mr. Morgan.”


    They knew precision was crucial for the restoration of the Dewy Hibiscus. The studio air was charged with focused intensity.


    “Begin by gently polishing the Starlight Stone’s edges with diamond dust, Sadie. Take great care to preserve its internal structure,” Lionel offered, guiding from the sidelines.


    Sadie inhaled deeply, her movements cautious as she applied the diamond dust to the stone. The faint sound of grinding filled the silent studio, amplifying the tension around her.


    Sweat beaded on her brow, yet she remained steadfast, not allowing herself to rx even for a second.


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