Chapter215
Like the house deed before, the presence of these items on her vanity meant they were for her. Ashley opened the round jewel box, puzzled.
Upon opening it, she stared, speechless. It was the emerald jewelry set she’d wanted to bid on at the auction!
The other box was rectangular and heavier. Could it be…? Setting down the round box, she opened the second
one.
Inside,
scroll.
unfolded bec scroll on the table and unfurled it. A vibrant, exquisitely embroidered
She carefully placed the tapestry her.
The two items she’d coveted were now in her possession. Ashley was silent for a long time. If she wasn’t mistaken, Chase had purchased both items as gifts for her grandmother’s birthday. One was given in Sterling Laotai’s name. The other, in the name of her and Chase… as husband and wife.
“Mom, I’m done eating! Let’s go!”
Sam dashed upstairs, having finished her breakfast. Seeing the open boxes, she peered inside.“Oh, Dad brought these back the other day. He said they’re for you.” Ashley gave a noncommittal “Hmm,” carefully re–rolling the scroll and returning it to its box. Only then did she and Sam leave.
Sam wanted to try an indoor shooting range, so Ashley took her there and then to ride rollercoasters. After spending the better part of the day with her daughter, Ashley had some personal time. Sam, still energized, wanted to continue playing.
