NovelEnglishChapter 251 Chapter 251: "Right away, Mr. Howe." The assistant nodded briskly, turning to exit the room.
"Hold on a second!" Alex's voice halted him in his tracks just as his hand touched the door handle. "Check with our business contacts to see if they can source another Cardilla Pink Diamond." The assistant froze, his eyes widening slightly. "Mr. Howe, are you suggesting-" "Just give it a shot," Alex interjected firmly.
The assistant lingered at the door, uncertainty flickering in his eyes before he ventured, "Mr. Howe, if my memory servesright, your mother has a necklace featuring a Cardilla Pink Diamond. It was the birthday present you gave her last year." Alex's head snapped up, a flicker of realization crossing his face. How could he have overlooked that? With the stakes high and no tto waste, his resolve hardened.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtAlex rose from his chair, a determined glint in his eyes.
"Prepare the car. We're heading to Howe Manor immediately." Not daring to stall, the assistant quickly turned and rushed off to handle the arrangements.
Under the vast, star-speckled night sky, a sleek black Lincoln rolled to a graceful stop in front of the stately Howe Manor.
"Alex, you are home!" As Alex entered the living room, a voice filled with joy greeted him.
It was his mother, Susannah Howe, perched elegantly on an antique mahogany sofa, her fingers absentmindedly caressing a bracelet. Her face was a portrait of warmth and kindness, lit by a gentle, welcoming smile.
She wore a deep purple silk dress that draped gracefully over her frame, a testament to her timeless elegance. Her hair was coiffed into a perfect bun at the nape of her neck, and her poise was the epitof grace and refinement.
More updates ín GalAlex hastened to her side, bending slightly to bring himself closer to her. "Mom, why are you still up so late?" he asked, his tone laced with concern.
"I got word of your return and couldn't possibly sleep until I saw you with my own eyes. You never take proper care of yourself, you know. How many times have I told you to meet a nice girl and start a family? But no, you never listen." Susannah chided her son playfully, though her eyes twinkled with unspoken affection.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmWith a mix of concern and motherly fuss, she inquired, "Have you had dinner? Should I have the kitchen whip up something for you, perhaps a late-night snack?" With a faint smile, Alex shook his head ever so slightly. "No, thanks, Mom. Actually, there's something I need to talk to you about." Susannah's eyes captured Alex's anxious demeanor. "What's on your mind? Is everything alright?" Alex paused, gathering his thoughts. "Mom, do you still have the Cardilla Pink Diamond necklace I gave you last birthday?"
Susannah's eyebrows lifted in mild surprise before she nodded om He affirmatively. Of course, I still have it. Why do you ask?"
"I have a friend who's in a tight spot and desperately needs a Cardilla Rink Diamond... Alex began, his voice blog trailing off as he searched for the right words. Before he could get to the point, Susannah swiftly interrupted.
With a perceptive look, she watched Alex closely, the corners of her m ther m mouth curling with quiet amusement. "Efriend, you say? This wouldn't be a young woman, would it?"
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