It was probably impossible for any woman to resist the beauty of jewelry—whether she could afford to buy it or could only sigh as she gazed at it.
Even women who did not care for wealth would not begrudge it their appreciative gaze.
When Zhong Luoyue was studying, she had worked as a jewelry auctioneer. One major reason had been to meet and get acquainted with the nobles of high society, while another had been her love of jewelry, which embodied beautiful aspirations.
Thus, when Madam Eve removed her own Forest's Light and offered to lend it to Zhong Luoyue to try on, this noblewoman at the pinnacle of the great families did not refuse.
For one thing, she truly liked it. For another, she would not let things become unpleasant between herself and Madam Eve. She was also in business, and although Madam Eve's origins were somewhat mysterious, she constantly exuded the bearing of a true noblewoman. Who knew whether they might have more dealings in the future?
Connections were accumulated inadvertently. In this society, which relied on relationships, connections were the greatest wealth. The more prestigious one's family, the more clearly one understood this principle.
In the elegant room, where scented incense burned, Madam Eve was putting Forest's Light on Zhong Luoyue in front of a full-length mirror.
Under the light, the dazzling gemstone emitted the radiance possessed only by truly precious stones. As a former jewelry auctioneer, Zhong Luoyue could make a rough estimate of the value of this Forest's Light.
In the mirror, Madam Eve stood behind Zhong Luoyue. After putting Forest's Light on her, Madam Eve leaned close, gently resting both hands on Zhong Luoyue's arms as she said softly, "Look at you. It suits you perfectly."
"You flatter me." Zhong Luoyue smiled faintly.
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