Chapter 25:On the forum, high rewards filled the page.
Allison didn't waste a second as she scrolled through the listings looking for information on the snake bracelet, a search she had done countless times before.
There was everything on this forum, but the snake bracelet was still as elusive as a shadow at dusk.
As expected, there were no new leads.
With a sigh of resignation, Allison closed the laptop and took a deep breath.
To say she wasn't disappointed would be a lie.
The bracelet was the only souvenir her mother had left her, and also the only breadcrumb in her quest to discover the truth about her parents.
And then there was the Charisma Company.
Her fingers tapped gently on the desk, a common gesture whenever she was deep in thought or feeling restless.
Years earlier, the enigmatic CEO of Charisma had submitted a fragrance to the International Perfumery Competition under the veil of anonymity.
The fragrance was peculiar: cold and distant, but wrapped in a delicate orchid scent.
The mix of icy and warm notes struck a chord with Allison, evoking memories of her mother's signature style.
I couldn't believe it was a mere coincidence.
She wasn't going to let this clue slip through her fingers.
The fourth International Perfumery Competition, huh, Allison murmured, feeling the weight of fatigue.
Competing meant putting yourself in the spotlight, which was risky.
But if it meant getting closer to the truth about her parents, she had no choice.
She looked out the window at the city lights, which blotted out the stars and left only a bright full moon hanging in the sky.
It was clear that he had been working well into the night.
He stretched his arms and decided it was time to take a shower and get some sleep.
But as he saw his reflection in the floor-to-ceiling window, a disturbing thought struck him.
Where was the necklace? He had lost it.
Frowning, he searched his memory.
The last time she had seen him had been that night, the crazy night with Kellan.
Since then, it had disappeared.
Remembering the chaos of that night, in which even her clothes had been left in tatters, it was not surprising that her necklace had also disappeared.
Annoyed, she clenched her jaw and muttered: That idiot! Fortunately, it was just a simple necklace, nothing of real value.
No one could trace her through it.
At Athton on Saturday, Emanuel avoided the hustle and bustle of urban life, preferring the tranquility of this picturesque village where almost every household was devoted to pottery.
The earthy aroma of clay filled the air, creating a relaxing atmosphere.
Her garden was a picture of serenity, with roses climbing the pergola and sunlight filtering through the trees, casting a soft, reassuring glow.
The first thing she saw Upon entering the garden, Allison saw a man in a wheelchair surrounded by vegetation.
Kellan was sitting quietly under the windowsill, two cats curled up next to him.
He was absorbed in shaping a delicate clay vase with his skilled hands.
Although Kellan had a reputation for being temperamental and intimidating, his striking appearance - sharp eyebrows, piercing eyes, and chiseled features - softened in that moment of serenity.
A small The mole on her throat added an unexpected touch of sensuality.
At that moment, however, she exuded a calm, focused demeanor, the smooth clay transforming beneath her fingers, giving her an unexpectedly gentle presence.
Allison He shook his head slightly, having trouble reconciling the words gentle and Kellan.
Hello, Mr.
Lloyd, Allison greeted in a cold tone.
After all, they had already met once, so she wasn't too surprised to find him here, as Emanuel had mentioned.
Kellan had noticed her as soon as she entered, but remained silent until she spoke.
Long time no see.
Happy divorce, by the way.
Most people wouldn't congratulate someone like that.
But for you it's a blessing in disguise, Kellan commented, his eyes still on the clay as he wrestled with it.
After all, Colton was never a match for you.
In his eyes, Colton was weak, unreliable, and lacking in both judgment and taste.
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