Chapter 264

Chapter 264:

“Indeed! And though the sapphire is also valuable, its worth doesn’t even come close to the Cardilla Pink Diamond’s!”

The group around them nodded their heads in agreement. While Susannah had only been half-listening, the mention of the “Cardilla Pink Diamond” made her brows furrow in concern. She recalled that Alex had approached her, requesting a necklace, claiming it was for a special friend. A chill of apprehension washed over her.

She gently set her champagne glass down and quietly excused herself from the gathering, exiting the banquet hall. Her mind was a whirlwind of confusion and concern. Without delay, she dialed her team, directing them to investigate the issues surrounding Sadie and the Cardilla Pink Diamond. The response arrived swiftly.

“Mrs. Howe, our investigation confirms that Sadie Hudson was indeed involved in a design project for the Lawrence Group. Prior to its completion, the Cardilla Pink Diamond disappeared, and she substituted it with a sapphire. We also found that during that period, Mr. Howe’s assistant made a visit to Sadie’s studio, apparently to deliver an item.”

Hearing this, Susannah felt a jolt of shock. Could it be possible that Alex’s ‘important friend’ was this very Sadie? And… Hudson?

She recognized the surname, but her recollection was vague, blurred by the years.

“Continue the investigation! I need a complete background on this woman,” she commanded.

Sadie returned to her apartment after a tough day. She walked over to Averi and affectionately tousled his soft hair.

“Averi, would you like to visit Great-Grandma today?” she suggested gently.

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Averi nodded in agreement, his little hand gripping Sadie’s shirt firmly. Taking his hand, Sadie guided him to the exit. As she opened the door to leave, she unexpectedly encountered a poised and elegant woman.

Taken aback, Sadie paused briefly and instinctively retreated a step.

Susannah observed the child clasping Sadie’s hand. Her face registered mixed emotions, and after a lengthy silence, she exhaled softly. “You are Sadie, aren’t you?”

With a puzzled expression, Sadie acknowledged politely. “Yes, that’s me. And you are?”

“I’m Alex’s mother,” Susannah replied.

This revelation made Sadie blink in astonishment.

Alex’s mother? What could have brought her here?

Susannah assessed Sadie carefully, pondering her next words. Her gaze briefly shifted to Averi, then back to Sadie. “Might we talk more privately downstairs in the cafe? It’s best not to have this discussion in front of the child.”

Initially hesitant, Sadie soon agreed with a nod.

“Please go ahead, Mrs. Howe. I’ll take a moment to talk to my child and join you,” she responded softly.

With a slight nod, Susannah turned and departed.

As Susannah walked away, Sadie felt a stir of unease. She went back to her room and pulled out a jewelry box from a drawer—the very one delivered by Alex’s assistant. After asking Averi to stay put and play quietly, she took the box and made her way to the cafe.

There, Susannah was seated by the window, maintaining an elegant posture as she sipped her coffee, her attention seemingly captivated by the scene outside.

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