Chapter 22

"Clara's birthday is coming up. She mentioned before that she really liked an emerald antique bracelet. It's being auctioned tomorrow night at Glenwood Auction House. No matter the price, we need to get it." Wren paused, then added, "Don't let my dad know about this." Liam was a bit surprised but didn't dare ask any further. However, he brought up another point, asking, "Mr. Zachman, with your engagement to Ms. Jones coming up soon, should we get her a gift as well?" Wren's expression darkened. "Since when did you become her spokesperson? Stop asking so many questions." Realizing his mistake, Liam quickly apologized, "Sorry, Mr. Zachman. I spoke out of turn." "Don't let it happen again," Wren said firmly. "Yes, Mr. Zachman," Liam responded nervously. "Is there anything else?" Wren was about to say no when something occurred to him. "If you see anything suitable for a woman at the auction tomorrow, just get it for Ivy." Liam didn't understand why Wren had suddenly changed his min