Chapter 17

Yovanna was extremely photogenic. The photographer was able to get the perfect shot in just three or four tries for each of her poses. The shoot continued over 10 minutes. Not wanting to tire her out, the photographer made her rest before continuing. Miranda dutifully brought some water over to her. "Isn't this necklace just beautiful, Ms. Jennings?" Yovanna touched the necklace on her neck, her desire to show off evident from her words. "It's beautiful." Miranda cast her gaze away after giving it a quick glance. It was even more beautiful than what she imagined. She recalled the way she was excitedly sharing her design of the necklace to Xavier and found herself laughable. Yovanna's eyes crinkle as she smiled and said, "Xavy designed this for me. If you like it, I can give it to you, Ms. Jennings." "That's very thoughtful of you, Ms. Yates, but I'm not worthy of such a beautiful necklace," Miranda replied. "Don't be so modest, Ms. Jennings. You're so beautiful—any necklace wou