Chapter 396

What could Layla have sent her? Irene was unusually nervous, and curious to find out as soon as possible, she took the parcel to her office, sat down, and opened it. There was a letter and a red velvet box within, and Irene's hand paused for a moment instead of taking everything out immediately. The thought that Layla was gone, and that these were her relics left her tearing up—not because of Layla herself, but because of Isaac. He had just found her, but she was taken away soon after. Tragedy and blessing happened with such quick succession that the gods must be mocking him. In fact, no one could prepare for something like this! Irene inhaled deeply several times to calm herself before opening the red velvet box, and saw that it contained a simple ring, but the yellow diamond embedded on it was dazzling. She did not know much about jewelry, but could tell that it is worth a lot given the size and color. She closed the box and returned it inside the parcel box, and eventually