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    Jordy’s voice was calm and reassuring as he tried to lift her spirits. “Don’t be discouraged. Nearly ny-five percent of first ventures fail. Considering that, you’ve done far better than most.”


    Sandra couldn’t shake her gloom. The Harper family had asked her not to do that long ago, but she had refused to listen. Even though they kept their silence now, she was sure theyughed at her behind her back. She had no desire to speak to anyone in the Harper family now.


    “No, I’ve done terribly. I lost five million just during the opening promotion. I don’t even know how long it’ll take to make that back. My high-end bespoke boutique hasn’t received a single order in nearly a month. No one appreciates my designs. I honestly feel like such a failure.”


    Her voice trembled, and tears began to spill before she could stop them.


    Jordy remained patient, his tone gentle as he continued to console her.


    Gracie listened intently from nearby, every word deepening her interest. A n was already forming in her mind—she would find a way to approach Sandra and also speak with Jordy.


    Jordy was skilled atforting women. By the end of the meal, he had lifted Sandra’s spirits. He asked Sandra to put together a few sets of summer outfits for him. He even went further, promising to introduce her brand to some of his friends.


    Sandra’s spirits lifted at once, the earlier heaviness in her heart reced by fresh enthusiasm.


    Later that evening, she returned home just before ten. Brenna had also arrived home, and her eyes immediately caught the gleam of the ornate ne around Sandra’s neck. It didn’t impress her much—her own jewelry was just as extravagant. She gave the ne a quick nce before offering a faint smile.


    “Your ne is lovely.”


    For once, Sandra felt she wasn’t beneath the Harpers anymore. “Mr. Barton gave it to me. He brought it back from overseas. The green stone is genuine, top-grade jadeite.”


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    Brenna let out a soft hum, her response casual at best. “It suits you.”


    But behind herposed expression, her thoughts were already churning. The gift seemed too extravagant for a casual gesture, and she couldn’t help but wonder if something was going on between Sandra and Jordy.


    Brenna’s face grew cold, though she kept herposure. There was no reason toment—her rtionship with Jordy had ended long ago, and whoever he was seeing now had nothing to do with her.


    She moved toward the kitchen, poured herself a ss of warm water, and prepared to head upstairs. Before she could leave, Julia approached with her usual calm tone.


    “Miss Harper, a package arrived from Mr. Dalton Harper overseas for you. I ced it in your room.”


    Brenna gave a short nod and started up the stairs.


    Sandra felt displeased as she went upstairs with Brenna. What could Dalton have possibly sent Brenna? Was it a present? Why hadn’t he sent one for her as well?


    Curiosity got the better of her, and Sandra asked, “Brenna, what did Dalton send you?”


    “Nothing extravagant, just a bracelet.”


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