Chapter 39


    Skr found herself in a difficult position, and she brainstormed ways to refuse the ring.


    Joe spoke up just then. “ept Grandma’s blessing. It’s indeed my fault for neglecting to buy you a


    wedding ring.”


    Skr’s head whipped toward him, a tinge of surprise flickering in her striking eyes. Even her thick,


    longshes tremored slightly.


    Joe’s vision settled on her eyes. He paused for a while before continuing. “Try it on for size.”


    “Okay,” Skr answered.


    She had no reason to think of excuses anymore since both Gloria and Joe were already convincing


    her to keep the ring.


    Ultimately, she felt it was best not to disappoint Gloria now. She would return the ring to Joe in


    private sometimeter.


    Upon opening the box, Skr was surprised by the ring’s splendor.


    No wonder people called it “The Darling Goddess Ring“. Any woman would’ve dropped their jaw in


    sheer awe at that sight and immediately desired to own it. Skr was no exception.


    Once the ring was on her finger, she felt like even her hand had be valuable.


    “It’s beautifull


    “It’s beautiful! Skye’s hand has always been pretty and dainty, but it looks even better with this ring!”


    Gloria praised.


    Joe’s gaze bore deeply and intensely at the wless skin on Skr’s slender fingers. The Darling


    Goddess Ring’s added luster gave her hand a more radiant charm.


    Gloria rolled her eyes at Joe. “Skye’s hands suit sparkly gemstones like this. You should buy a few


    more for her after this.”


    “There’s no need, Grandma. It’s inconvenient for me to wear rings when working, so it would only


    be a waste to buy me more.” Skr spoke honestly.


    After all, she couldn’t wear any jewelry on her hands when restoring antiques. That included


    watches, too.


    Gloria chuckled. “Those sparkly jewelry pieces are meant to adorn your jewelry box. They’ll put you


    in a good mood whenever you see them.


    “Not only was I obsessed with diamonds when I was younger, but I also adored emeralds and


    various other gemstones. You shoulde with me to Pearlhall Residence once I get discharged.


    “You have such a lovelyplexion that those gemstones will surely look good on you-”


    That was when Gloria recalled something. “Oh, right. Do you like researching antiques, Skye? Can


    you tell whether an antique is authentic or an Imitation?”


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    Skr nodded. “Yeah, I know a thing or two and can identify the authenticity of most antiques. Is


    there something you wish for me to examine, Grandma?”


    “Not me. I have an old friend who probably picked up the hobby of buying antiques because of their


    old age. However, they often buy fake’s by ident.


    ConTEent bel0ngs to N?v(e)lD/rama(.)Org .


    “They want to organize their collection room and are looking for a trustworthy person to


    authenticate


    their items,” Gloria exined.


    Skr answered, “Sure, Grandma. Feel free to take me along with you when you get discharged


    and wish


    to visit that friend.”


    She and Gloria chatted for a little longer, but thetter soon grew tired and fell asleep mid–chat.


    Seeing that Gloria had fallen into a deep slumber, Skr left the ward with Joe. They felt safe


    leaving since Edgar and the doctors were around in the hospital to care for Gloria.


    They then headed to see Gloria’s attending physician to ask about her condition.


    Skr and Joe said nothing on the way home to Gxy Vi. Only a stern silence filled the car.


    It was only when Skr was getting out of the car at Gxy Vi that Joe called out to her. “Hang


    on.”


    Skr sat back in her seat before shooting a confused look at Joe.


    She had to admit that he had an insanely attractive face. On top of that, he was born with an


    authoritative presence that made him appear superior to everyone else,


    She asked, “Is something the matter?”