Kassidy’s expression shifted abruptly. In a fit of anger, she shot back, “How dare you doubt our family’s


    treasure?”


    Loraine shook her head and assumed a serious demeanor as she proceeded to provide an


    exnation.


    “The Blue Moon you speak of is specifically stated in the Queen’s will as an inheritance piece. In other


    words, only the royal sessor can possess it. It isn’t avable in the public domain. To my knowledge,


    the Blue Moon has never gone missing.”


    Taken aback, Kassidy found herself speechless. The royal family’s heirloom was undoubtedly genuine.


    Did that mean hers was a fraud?


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    She wouldn’t stand for it. With a stamp of her foot, she exploded,


    “Rubbish! You’re envious of my family’s invaluable heirloom and are purposefully trying to devalue it!”


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    Florence interjected, “I vouch for the veracity of Loraine’s words. The


    Cruz family does indeed share ties with Eplistan’s royal bloodline. And yes, the Blue Moon is their


    ancestral heirloom, preserved and unshared for generations.”


    Certain individuals among the audience were aware of the power of the


    Cruz family in Zodiac, lending credibility to Florence’s promation.


    Kassidy, however, found herself in no position to rebut Florence. Herplexion turned a deeper


    shade as a wave of humiliation washed over her.


    Even though the reason behind Kassidy’s antagonistic behavior was unclear to Loraine, she valued the


    treasure and feltpelled to assist her.


    “The queen wearing this brooch is likely a myth, spun by a jeweler to inte its value. Nheless, the


    intricate craftsmanship and material rarity do warrant a significant worth.”


    But Kassidy didn’t like what Loraine said one bit. She thought Loraine was making fun of her, and it


    only made her angrier. She blurted out


    “Loraine, if you’re such an expert, what have you prepared?”


    Eyes turned toward Loraine in anticipation.


    Loraine emitted a softugh. She regarded Kassidy’s weak attempts to provoke her as childish bluster,


    bearing no real menace.


    Before all eyes, she casually unveiled the gift box she had brought along.


    As the box lid lifted, the hall echoed with collective gasps.


    Insidey a breathtakingly beautiful crown


    Adorned with rubies and diamonds, each jewel asrge as a pigeon’s egg, the crown glistened under


    the Light.


    Its dazzling splendor could nearly cause a person to squint.


    No matter how intricately designed or attention-grabbing the brooch was, it paled before the majesty of


    the crown.