Chapter 263
smile in this eyes.
Scott had a subtle smile in
The original photo was a full–body shot, showing the appropriate distance between two colleagues–professional, nothing ambiguous,
However, Scott cropped the lower half, leaving only their upper bodies in the frame. Without context, the image looked oddly intimate, almost like a wedding photo
That same afternoon, Scon posted the picture to his social media with a short caption:
“A very special day.”
It was calculated, just a little.
He didn’t write “Happy Valentine’s Day” or anything overt that would trigger Charlotte’s defenses. But he also didn’t go with the safe and boring “Great to work with you” either.
The vague caption, “A very special day“, was just the right touch. Not so obvious that Charlotte would be put off, but suggestive enough to make Sean Jasper draw the wrong conclusion
Scott had recently added Jordan on his social media. He handled several legal cases for Jordan’s firm, so it wasn’t unusual. But he knew jordan would definitely see the post.
And given Jordan’s close ties with Sean, there was no doubt that Sean would see the post.
Satisfied, he put his phone away and leaned back on the couch. He swirled a glass of red wine in hand, savoring the moment. His mood couldn’t have been better.
When Charlotte came across Scott’s post, she gave it a casual like and moved on without a second thought
But when Jordan sew it, he screenshot the post–along with Charlotte’s like—and sent it straight to Sean.
“You just got replaced? No jaloe, this pic kinda looks like a wedding photo. And they actually look… good together.”
Sean stared at the screen. His eyes darkened.
That bright smile on her face stung more than it should have.
He stared at the photo in silence for a long time.
Then he made a call.
-Any
“Any update on Joseph Ford?”
Later that evening, Charlotte had just finished her shower and was settling in to catch up on a drama when her phone rang
“Hi, delivery here. Are you home right now?”
“I am, but I didn’t order anything. Can you tell me what it is?”
“Looks like someone sent it to you. It’s from a jewelry store -same–day express delivery.”
“Oh Charlotte raised an eyebrow. “Alright, you can just leave it at the door. I’ll grab it.”
-Sure thing
Ten minutes later, the courier knocked.
I’ve left your package right outside
Charlotte slipped on her slippers and opened the door.
There was a plain cardboard box sitting quietly at the threshold.
She picked it up, puzzled, and che led the sender. It was from an upscale jewelry boutique in Jersey City.
Still confused, she stepped inside and dialed the number listed on the shipping label
Even though it was already past eight, the store was still open. A store clerk quickly answered with a cheerful greeting
“Hi,” Charlotte said politely. “I just received a package from your store, but I didn’t order anything Can you tell me what it is and who sent it?”
“Of course, ma’am. Could you please provide your phone number so I can look it up for you?
Charlotte gave her number.
One moment please.
A pause, then the store clerk returned.
-Miss Riley
Yes, speaking”
“The package you received is a necklace. A gentleman came in this afternoon to pick it our specifically for you. He left your address and phone number, and asked us to make sure it arrived today without fall,”
