Open Marriage, Broken Promises: When Love Turns to Ashes novel Chapter 69

"Hello, Ms. Davis. The ice jade necklace you ordered has already been fully paid for and picked up by your husband this afternoon."

"Because it was your husband, we assumed he was picking it up on your behalf and didn't notify you."

I was a bit surprised when I received the call from the jewelry store.

The material of that necklace alone was something I'd waited months for, and only by using my VVIP status could I get it.

Since it was a custom piece, the chain also had my initials engraved on it. But I hadn't told Lukas Clark about this, had I?

My tone grew slightly cold. "That necklace was meant for the company's annual meeting tonight. There can't be any mistakes."

The sales assistant immediately reassured me.

"Don't worry, Ms. Davis. Your husband mentioned it was for the annual meeting, so we assumed he wanted to surprise you. You two must be very in tune with each other."

Hearing this, I felt a little more at ease.

Three years of marriage. Though it was a family arrangement, Lukas Clark had always treated me with love and affection, never once cold or indifferent.

In public and private, he was the perfect husband.

I smiled faintly. He must've wanted to buy me a necklace to match my dress, but by mistake, he'd bought the one I had customized.

I adjusted my neatly styled hair and smiled at the makeup artist. "The makeup and dress are as planned. Let's put on the necklace last."

But an hour before the event started, the driver had already come three times to remind me, and the necklace still hadn't arrived.

As I waited, my mood gradually darkened.

The assistant, too afraid to look at my expression, whispered, "Should I call Lukas Clark?"

"No need," I said coldly. "Time waits for no one. Just use the backup necklace."

Before and after marriage, I was known not only for my prominent family background but also for my remarkable abilities and dazzling beauty.

Even though I wasn't at my best tonight, I still received an overwhelming wave of admiration when I walked into the venue.

But only I knew—it could've been perfect if the right necklace had arrived.

The sparkling diamond necklace was certainly eye-catching, but it didn't compare to the jade necklace I had my heart set on.

Then, there was a commotion at the door.

I turned toward the sound and froze.

Lukas Clark walked in, dressed in a sharp suit, with his assistant Farah White on his arm, wearing full makeup, looking shy and charming.

I felt a wave of disgust like never before.

This man, once someone I thought I knew and trusted, had now become utterly repulsive.

But the spotlight was still on me, and I couldn't let myself act out of character.

Turning away, I flashed a bright smile. "Let the annual meeting begin."

Since I was young, no matter where I went, I was always the center of attention, the focal point of flowers and applause.

Tonight was no different.

On stage, I stood elegant and composed, presenting the year's achievements to our partners and employees.

Down below, Lukas Clark, aside from talking with business partners, kept glancing toward Farah White's direction.

She, by rank, had been placed in a dull corner of the room.

I could see how uncomfortable she was sitting with the large dress, but she held her head high, trying to show off the necklace around her neck.

Occasionally, she would make eye contact with Lukas, sharing a silent, sweet smile.

My gaze grew even colder.