Chapter 124

“I’m just being objective.” Ada’s face turned pale. After a moment of silence, she said in a shaky voice, “I never thought you’d think of me that way. We’ve known each other for many years!” Neil’s expression turned cold as he remained silent. She waited for a while and expected him to say something comforting, but he remained silent. She felt hurt, and her disappointment grew. Eventually, she left his office in tears. As she rushed toward the door, she collided with Curtis. He had arrived to deliver Angel’s Tears to Neil. When Neil previously gave him the necklace, he noticed some scratches, so he promptly sent it for maintenance. It had just been returned. The collision nearly made Ada stumble. She was already fuming, and her frustration grew after she regained her balance. Just as she was about to speak, the necklace in Curtis’s hand caught her eye. Her heart instinctively skipped a beat. “Mr. Harrell, is this necklace…” Did Neil plan to give it to her? Had he asked Curtis