Chapter 205


    The pink diamond ne that Eliana designed was disyed at the centermost position behind the


    shop window. With distinctive asymmetrical design and iid with a 12-carat Argyle pink diamond,


    anyone who looked it could not deny it was a stunning piece of art.


    Even if it were to be ced in a window full of luxurious jewelry, it would still be the first thing to steal


    people’s attention. No other pieces couldpare.


    Bright sunbeams fell on the jewelry, reflecting vivid light that made it all the more beautiful. Meanwhile,


    the shop window reflected Eliana’s look of surprise and Maurice’s uncharacteristically tender gaze.


    Eliana’s sole focus was on her work, while Maurice had no one else but her in his eyes.


    But Eliana didn’t notice his burning stare. At this precise moment, she was too busy immersed in great


    joy.


    For designers to have their work put on disy in the centermost part of the shop window in the


    brand’srgest store, it could only mean one thing. Thepany had recognized their merit and


    approved them, so much that their work was publicized for many others to see.


    Ever since Eliana decided to be a jewelry designer, she often fantasized earning this privilege. Her


    craftsmanship for all the world to see! Yet, never in her wildest dreams did she imagine her fantasy


    would be a reality so soon.


    However… It was Maurice who contributed for her dream toe true.


    With this in mind, Eliana found herself looking at Maurice with aplicated look. She wasn’t sure


    what to think.


    Maurice responded to her gaze with a calm expression, looking no different than the usual. He was just


    as aloof as ever, acting as if what he had done was nothing beyond the extraordinary.


    Suddenly, Eliana found Maurice to be a hundred times more handsome. As soon as she realized it, her


    heart fluttered.


    “So, Eliana. Are you willing to work for Moran Group again?” Maurice asked in a low baritone.


    Eliana turned her attention back on the pink diamond ne in the shop window. She was hesitant.


    “Umm, let’s go inside and have a look.”


    In the end, Eliana chose to avoid the issue for the time being. She didn’t want to think about it yet.


    The two then entered the jewelry store together.


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    At the same time, two young girls entered as well. One of them, pretty and sweet-faced, made a


    beeline for the counter and asked excitedly, “Excuse me, the pink diamond ne in the window is


    gorgeous! I like it very much, but there’s no price tag on it. Is it on sale?”


    The salesman shed the girl an apologetic look. “I’m so sorry, Miss. Unfortunately, the pink diamond


    ne is not for sale. It’s just there for disy.”


    “Oh, is that so? Can’t you make an exception for me?” The girl sounded rather disappointed, but didn’t


    give up.


    “That’s not possible, I’m afraid.” The salesman refused again, putting on a helpless look.


    “Oh, well… May I meet the designer of the ne? I’d love to have her design an exclusive ne


    for me!” the girl suggested, her eyes shining.


    “I’m sorry, Miss. Sadly, the designer has left Moran Group.”


    “Ah, what a pity! It can’t be helped. Then, may I have a closer look at that ne?”


    The girl appeared rather down. As she made her request, she gave the salesman a pitiful puppy pout.


    The salesman didn’t turn her down. He took out the ne from the disy and ced it in front of


    the girl for her to admire.


    The girl’s eyes lit up as she admired the beautiful ne. Next to it was a small sign that told the


    ne’s basic information. She took a glimpse of the designer’s name.


    “Eliana Pierce…” she mouthed the name silently and memorized it.


    Her friend suddenly gave her a reminder. “Hey, it’s time for us to go.”


    The sweet girl gave a final look at the pink diamond ne before trudging after her friend out of the


    jewelry store with great reluctance.


    Eliana, having witnessed the scene in its entirety, swelled with pride. She was deeply moved.


    “As you can see, your design has gained a lot of positive attention. Many people love it. Return to


    Moran Group as our jewelry designer. Making more designs and improving your craft is the surest way


    to prove yourself,” Maurice said, trying to persuade her once more.


    Eliana would be lying to herself if she said she wasn’t a little tempted.


    As soon as she entertained that thought, however, her experiences in Moran Group flooded her mind.


    During the entire time she was there, she was forced to endure a lot of difficulties, not to mention petty


    drama. She would only be digging her own grave if she went back to work for Maurice. Days of endless


    trouble would gue her, as they had once.


    She dreaded such a bleak future. Worried for her own well-being, she rejected him firmly.


    “No, forget it. I’ll continue my career elsewhere, but I don’t want to go back to Moran Group anymore.”


    Eliana shook her head, giving Maurice an undeniable refusal. She could not be dissuaded to change


    her mind.


    Maurice frowned, silent rage boiling inside him. After all, he wasn’t the kind of man who would


    repeatedly ask her to work for him.


    “Maurice, thanks very much for saving me today and taking me here. Now, I know my efforts were not


    in vain. If there’s nothing else, I’ll go back first.”


    Eliana expressed her sincerest thanks before walking away. She hailed a taxi and left immediately


    after.


    Afterwards, Maurice took out his phone and dialed Corbin. His face was thunderous.


    “Corbin, your method didn’t work at all. I’m docking your sry.”