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    Over two centuries ago, it had vanished from public view after being purchased by a reclusive magnate. It hadn’t surfaced since.


    Some imed it was stolen. Others whispered that the tycoon had gifted it away in secret. No one really knew the truth.


    But now—at longst—this was the piece that truly caught Christina’s eye.


    “Wow! This ne is stunning! It’d look even more gorgeous wrapped around your neck,” Davina breathed, squeezing Christina’s hand in excitement. “Christina, do you want it? I’ll bid on it for you and gift it to you. This ne was practically made for you—it suits you perfectly.”


    Davina grinned brightly, her eyes gleaming with admiration as she tilted her head toward Christina. “I honestly think that only when you wear it will its true beauty shine. You and the stars—you both dazzle in the same way.”


    Dn and Terrence shared Davina’s thoughts. The moment they saw the ne, they both pictured it around Christina’s neck. Its style matched her perfectly, as though it had been made just for her. To them, even the ne’s brilliance dimmed inparison to Christina’s glow.


    Their eyes drifted toward Christina in the crowd. A faint smile tugged at their lips. Right then, they each made the same silent decision—to buy the ne for her.


    “I do like it,” Christina said sincerely.


    “Then I’ll buy it for you!” Davina replied, full of excitement. Without Christina’s help, she wouldn’t have earned this much and might still be stuck struggling in that backwater town.


    The thought brought a flicker of sadness to Davina’s heart. But remembering Christina’s kindness eased her pain, like a heavy burden lifting off her shoulders. Aside from her mother, only Christina had ever truly cared for her.


    Suddenly, Davina missed her mother deeply, but she’d never see her again. She had long lost both her mother and the ce she once called home. Tears welled up in her eyes, and she couldn’t help but sob.


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    Christina turned quickly, noticing Davina’s sadness and catching the tears in her eyes. Her brows drew together slightly, her heart aching for her friend. She reached out and gently held Davina’s hand. “You’re missing your mom again, aren’t you?” she asked softly.


    “Yes,” Davina managed a smile, holding Christina’s hand tightly.


    Both of them had suffered in their childhoods. Davina had been abandoned by her father and left to survive alone in a deserted town when she was just eight years old. Christina, on the other hand, had been sent overseas by her foster parents—to a brutal training camp. In truth, Christina had it even worse. That camp was a ce where life hung by a thread.


    “Don’t be sad. The past is behind you now. Your mom wouldn’t want to see you like this. And whatever I promised you, I’ll make it happen, no matter how long it takes,” Christina said gently.


    “Alright. But I still want to take that pathetic old man of mine down with my own strength. When I need help, I’lle to you,” Davina said in a low voice, meeting her eyes. She was grateful to have met Christina—her light in the darkest times. Maybe she couldn’t do much to solve Christina’s problems, but if there was…<fnb887> ?????? ???? f?ndnovel</fnb887>


    Anything Christina needed help with, no matter how daunting the task, Davina wouldn’t hesitate to do it. She would stand by Christina’s side, no matter what, even if it meant giving her all.


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