NovelEnglishChapter 114 A sharp scream cut through the air, finally pulling Citrine's gaze away from her.
Everyone in the Carmichael family-including Weston-turned to see where the noise had cfrom.
"Oh my God, that's a one-of-a-kind JR bag!" Salwas nearly in tears from excitement. She'd always adored this particular purse, but it was a limited edition from JR-priced at over eight million dollars, and not something you could buy just because you had the money.
"Honestly, you're embarrassing," Weston muttered, frowning at Salwith clear disdain.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"Dad, you don't get it! This bag is impossible to get!" Salwas so overjoyed that for once, she wasn't even afraid of Weston's displeasure.
"Citrine, how on earth did you get this?" Salwhispered in stunned awe.
"A friend helpedout," Citrine replied honestly. What she didn't mention was that the owner of JR hadn't even charged her for it.
With Salunwrapping her gift, the rest of the family began opening theirs as well.
Weston received a vintage chess set. At first, he didn't think much of it--but as soon as he saw the rich luster and fine grain of the pieces, his expression shifted from surprise to disbelief. "This... this is the centerpiece from the Magnolia States Auction a few years ago." He ran his fingers over the chess pieces, feeling immediately that they were nothing like any ordinary set. Weston shot a furtive glance at Raymond. "Where did she get something like this? I heard the auction house's owner kept it for himself; it was never for sale." Raymond shook his head, equally stunned. "Citrine handled all the gifts herself. I have no idea." Seeing their confusion, Weston dropped the matter.
Travis unwrapped the latest touchscreen gaming laptop from CICI Group—one that hadn't even hit the market yet. His usual stern expression softened, a rare flicker of delight crossing his face.
Manley, on the other hand, set his unopened gift aside. Ever since his accident, his moods had grown increasingly unpredictable, but the Carmichaels were used to it by now and didn't press him.
Their youngest uncle hadn't made it to the gathering, and with all the gifts delivered, Citrine finally relaxed. Everyone in the Carmichael family looked pleased-everyone except Vicente and Regina, who were squished into a corner, looking utterly miserable.
It was only after all the gifts had been handed out that Citrine seemed to notice the two of them.
She furrowed her brow, putting on a look of exaggerated regret. "Oh, I'm so sorry I think I forgot to bring gifts for you two. You're not mad at me, are you?" Years of watching Jeanette work her manipulative magic had taught Citrine a thing or two, and she wasn't above using those tricks herself when necessary.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmVicente and Regina exchanged a glance, both instantly understanding what was really going on.
Citrine had brought gifts for the entire Carmichael family-everyone except them. It was a deliberate snub, plain as day.
Regina was fuming. She'd never been so blatantly ignored in her life, but she could only swallow her anger and force herself to stay composed. And the fact that Citrine's gifts to the Carmichaels were all rare and valuable only made Regina's jealousy burn hotter.
Sensing the attention of the Carmichael family on her, Regina quickly put on a gracious, mature smile and smoothed over the awkwardness. "Of course not, Citrine.
Honestly, my brother and I are just glad you could make it. Gifts really aren't important." "It's wonderful you feel that way," Citrine replied with a bright, insincere smile. But as the words left her lips, the smile vanished.
She really couldn't stand these two siblings. Regina had deliberately tried to stir up trouble last time, and as for her brother Neele for might seem gentle and reserved, but Citrine's instincts told her he was far more dangerous than he looked.
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