Chapter 17 Do You Really Think You're So Great ? Chapter 17 Do You Really Think You're So Great ? 82 +10 Free Coins Dawn changed into a new outfit , but the thought that Sydney would rush to Austin to tell him about what had happened only made her already foul mood worse . She decided to text Sandra , letting her know she wanted to go for a walk . With the broken onyx pendant in hand , she left the house . She visited several large jewelry stores in the mall , but they all gave her the same disappointing response - repairing it just wasn't possible . " This onyx is in such a state that even if we manage to fix it , it won't look the same as before . Would you consider turning it into a bracelet ? We can do that for you ." " Sorry , but this onyx is too valuable for us to take on . " " Miss , perhaps you should try another shop ... " After going around in circles , Dawn gave up hope . Standing at the street corner , she felt an overwhelming sense of uncertainty . She didn't know what to do next . Mom ... what should I do ? Is it really impossible to fix this Virgin Mary pendant ? Just as she was sinking into her thoughts , her phone buzzed . Dawn carefully placed the onyx pendant back into her bag and pulled out her phone . It was a message from Ethan , asking what she was up to . She sniffled and sent him a voice message . " Not much . I'm just standing on the street , lost in thought . " Her voice sounded fragile , almost like she was pouting . Ethan immediately caught the tone . " Lost in thought or crying ? " Dawn wiped her eyes instinctively and muttered , " I'm not crying ." " Right , of course you aren't . You're the bravest kid I know . " There was a brief silence before Dawn spoke again , " It's probably the middle of the night for you , isn't it ? Why are you still awake ? " 1/5 22:02 Sun , Sep 14 d Chapter 17 Do You Really Think You're So Great ? Ethan paused for a second before letting out a soft sigh . " I can't sleep ." " Why not ? " 82 +10 Free Coins " The quantum entanglement between us is too intense . I can sense that you're a little upset , so I can't sleep ." Though Dawn was used to his playful teasing , she couldn't help but smile . " I wasn't happy earlier , but I feel better now . You're right , nothing can really defeat me ." "" It's just a broken Virgin Mary pendant , right ? You can always find someone to fix it . If not , I'll learn how to fix it myself . I'm pretty good at picking things up ... " Hearing Ethan's confident words , Dawn's mood lifted a little , and Ethan smiled as well . His assistant knocked on the door . " Mr. Jackson , we- " Ethan placed a finger to his lips in a quiet gesture , then spoke softly into the phone , " There's no problem that can't be solved . Just calm down . Everything can be fixed ." Dawn smiled . " Okay ! " " Have you eaten yet ? " " No. " " Don't think about anything else for now . Go eat something . In a few hours , everything will be sorted . " Dawn figured he was just trying to comfort her , but it still made her feel better . She agreed to eat something and told Ethan to get some rest before hanging up . Feeling a bit better , Dawn grabbed a quick meal before heading home . Sandra and Jessica weren't there , but Harry was sitting by the window downstairs , sipping tea . " Hey , Dad ," she greeted him . " Where are Mom and Grandma ? " " Your mom said you didn't sleep well last night , so your Grandma insisted on going to a church to pray for you . They should be back soon . " Dawn froze for a moment . It's true that I didn't sleep well last night , but how did Mom know ? A warm feeling spread in her chest , and she didn't know what to say . 2/5 22:02 Sun , Sep 14 d Chapter 17 Do You Really Think You're So Great ? Harry smiled . " Where did you go this morning ? " " I ... just went for a walk . " 82 +10 Free Coins " Austin was asking about you when he got up . Why didn't you tell him you were leaving ? " Sounds like he just wants to lecture me . Dawn didn't want to explain . Besides , even if she did , he wouldn't believe her . She bit her lip and quickly changed the subject . " I'm going upstairs , Dad . I'll come down when Mom and Grandma get back ." It was almost afternoon by the time the others returned . Sydney was walking slowly , clearly sore from her injuries , and after changing clothes , she had to go to the hospital nearby to get her bandages changed . As Dawn came downstairs , she ran into Sydney , who was about to leave . Sydney's eyes flickered for a moment before she turned to call out , " Austin , are you ready ? " Austin replied with a " Yeah " as his tall figure appeared in view . When their eyes met , Dawn braced herself for another lecture . But Austin didn't say anything . He just raised an eyebrow and asked , " Why didn't you say anything before you went out this morning ? " " I told Mom . " Austin seemed to hesitate for a moment , but in the end , he only gave her a long look before walking downstairs with Sydney . Dawn was taken aback . I slapped Sydney yesterday , but Austin didn't scold me ? Or ... maybe Sydney hasn't told him what happened . Either way , it was a relief not to have to explain herself . Dawn felt a little lighter , and as she reached the bottom of the stairs , she saw Jessica sitting on the sofa . As soon as Jessica saw her , she waved her over . " Dawn , come here . " This is from me and your mom . We got you a charm for safety and another for good luck in 3/5 22:02 Sun , Sep 14 d Chapter 17 Do You Really Think You're So Great ? +10 Free Coins love . We heard great things about the charms . Keep them with you no matter where you go , okay ? " Jessica seemed worried that Dawn wouldn't like the charm's design , so she had thoughtfully placed them little heart - shaped cases . Dawn was touched . She held the charms in her hand , studying them , then said , " I appreciate the safety charm , but the love charm ... doesn't seem too reliable ." " Silly girl , why wouldn't it be ? " Jessica pretended to be angry and lightly swatted at her . " It's totally reliable . Who knows ? You might find love around the corner today . You're not getting any younger . It's time for you to fall in love . We're all rooting for you . " Dawn couldn't argue with that . She reluctantly placed the charm in her bag , promising to keep it with her at all times . After dinner , Sydney suddenly invited Dawn to go for a walk . Dawn immediately sensed something was off and declined , saying , " I have a paper to review , so I'm gonna have to pass . " Austin , who had been watching his phone , furrowed his brow and muttered , " You can review a paper any other time . " Dawn froze . Do I really need to spell it out that I don't want to go with her ? Dawn considered saying exactly that , but when she looked up , everyone's eyes were on her . If she said it out loud , it would only make things awkward . She sighed and reluctantly agreed , " Fine , I'll go . " As they left the villa , the sound of a distant dog barking echoed through the quiet neighborhood . Dawn crossed her arms and kicked at the fallen leaves , her expression indifferent . " Sydney , whatever it is you want to do , hurry up . Once this is over , I want to go back and sleep ." Sydney smiled at her . " You know , Dawn , if it weren't for you always hanging around Austin , I think we'd make great friends . " " Did my slap from last night cause permanent head damage ? " Dawn snapped . 4/5 22:02 Sun , Sep 14 ... Chapter 17 Do You Really Think You're So Great ? Sydney froze , shocked by her blatant sarcasm . 81 +10 Free Coins " I prefer you give me your worst , Sydney . You saying we'd make great friends really makes me question myself . " Dawn wasn't in the mood to play games . She said coldly , " I don't know what game you're playing , but let me make one thing clear again - I've got no feelings left for Austin . If you're really in love with him , you'd better keep up the act and never let him find out the real you . I don't think any man would be happy being made a fool of . " Her sharp words were a stark contrast to the shy girl she once was . Sydney sneered , " Dawn , do you really think you're so great ? Aren't you just putting on a show too ? " 5/5 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!