Chapter 789

I hadn't expected Ernest to be so perceptive that he noticed my distance. His words were gentle yet straightforward, leaving me unsure of how to respond. As I gently lifted the lid of the gift box, my eyes widened in shock at the dazzling sight before me. Inside the box lay a stunning gemstone necklace, which was exquisitely designed and intricately set. The sunlight streamed in from my window, casting a beam of light onto my desk. It illuminated the sapphire pendant, which sparkled with a mesmerizing brilliance. It was undeniably a precious piece. This was no ordinary gift. It must have been expensive. I was taken aback by Ernest's generosity. But such an extravagant gift indicated how much he truly cared for Yasmine. Else, he wouldn't have invested heavily in me to win my support as a matchmaker between them. Yasmine was indeed fortunate to have captured the affections of such a man. I felt a twinge of envy for Yasmine, but it also gave me the perfect reason to decline Ernest's