Chapter 615


    Chapter 615


    After a short moment of hesitation, Tessa agreed because Mona wasing along as well, and Scott


    had been a great help to her before this.


    Hence, the three left for their destination by car. However, they didn’t know that this scene was


    witnessed by Kathleen, who was not far off, and her eyes dimmed as she watched the car disappear


    from her sight.


    Then, Cindy’s annoying voice echoed in her ears.


    “What is the problem with Tessa Reinhart? She knows that you like Mr. Brooks, but she’s still being so


    friendly with him. I think she just doesn’t give a hoot about you.”


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    She tried her best to drive a wedge between Kathleen and Tessa, as she wanted to use Kathleen to


    deal with that b*tch.


    Since she lost to Tessa in thest assessment, she has been holding a grudge. She felt that Tessa had


    snatched the leading position which belonged to her simply because she didn’t think that she was


    lesser than Tessa, and it was all because Hathaway was biased.


    Despite her anger, Kathleen didn’t lose her cool. Of course, she noticed Cindy’s effort at provocation


    and knew what she was nning in her mind.


    However, Cindy was a fool if she thought that Kathleen was a brainless tool who would rise at such


    tasteless provocation.


    A cold light shed past her eyes, but she appeared protective of Tessa. “I believe Tessa and Scott


    only left together because they had something to do. But, don’t forget she’s already taken.”


    Cindy was stumped for words as she didn’t think that Kathleen would react in such a way.


    Meanwhile, Tessa had no idea what had happened, and they had already reached the antique shop’s


    entrance.


    The store was located on the busiest street in Vienna, and the storefront was decorated traditionally.


    Two well-carved stone lions stood on both sides of the entrance giving the establishment a majestic air.


    While showing the road, the butler briefed them about the ce, “Someone from Xerthania owns this


    antique shop, and Master Nichs has said that the goods inside are genuine. So, you don’t have to


    worry about buying counterfeits.”


    Tessa nodded and brought Mona and Scott into the store.


    She realized that it was akin to another world on the inside upon entering the store, and it was asrge


    as four boutiques. In addition, many exquisite antiquities and treasures were proudly on disy.


    Even Mona and Scott were amazed by the things avable in this establishment.


    “Tessa, take a look at this vase. It’s so pretty.”


    Attracted by a porcin vase, Mona called out to Tessa in excitement to take a look, and she went over


    with a smile.


    Right then, ady dressed in a traditional long dress approached them politely and broached the


    subject, “Ma’am, this is not a regr vase but a type of porcin art unique to Xerthania.”


    As the shop assistant patientlyunched into a detailed lecture of the items’ origins to them, looks of


    amazement appeared on Mona and Scott’s faces. After all, these were historical antiques that were


    both intriguing and mysterious to them.


    As for Tessa, she listened intently as well, but she didn’t forget the purpose of her visit this time.


    “Hello, I would like to ask if you have any traditional string instruments or the likes of it?” she asked


    when the shop assistant was finished expounding on an item.


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    Her words reminded Mona and Scott of the purpose of their visit, and they turned to the shop assistant,


    who nodded thoughtfully.


    “Yes, pleasee this way,” she answered and led the way courteously, bringing them into another


    studio.


    Once they entered, Tessa realized that this was a room specifically for musical instruments.


    There were zither, lute, flutes, and many other instruments.


    Nevertheless, a zither made out of wood casing hanging on the wall had caught her eyes.


    “Can I please have a look at that zither?”


    The shop assistant nodded in acquiescence and carefully took it off the wall. Mona and Scott came


    over when they heard her request.


    “What kind of instrument is this? It looks weird.”


    With curiosity alight in her eyes, Mona stared at the zither, then cast a puzzled look at Tessa.


    She smiled gently as she exined while examining the zither carefully, “It’s a string instrument unique


    to Xerthania.”


    The zither was made of Paulownia wood, and cherry blossoms were engraved on thecquer of the


    instrument. It was an aged instrument, but it was clearly well cared for.


    She plucked the strings for a quick soundcheck, which resulted in a distinct and pleasing sound


    echoing in the studio.