Chapter 4 [ Lia , the custom engagement ring I commissioned from Chaumet just arrived at their boutique . Would you like to see it ? ] Chaumet , the prestigious Parisian jeweler favored by European aristocracy . Shed only agreed to the arranged marriage days ago , yet the ring was already here ? Had it been commissioned in advance ? Thalia replied with a simple Sure . At the Chaumet boutique , the specialist , with the polished grace characteristic of the Parisian house , presented the ring . Miss Winters , this is the ring Mr. Blackwood specially commissioned for you . Thalia examined the exquisite piece . A rare five carat blue diamond , surrounded by a halo of pink and white diamonds , sparkled brilliantly under the boutique lights . It was breathtaking . Weve engraved your initials inside the band , as requested . Thalia looked closely- AB TW was delicately inscribed within . The thought and care put into the design was evident . The ring fit perfectly on her finger . Its stunning , the specialist said sincerely . Just then , Drakes voice cut through the moment . Thalia ? What are you doing here ? She turned with a frown . Drake instantly dropped Siennas hand . A flash of coldness crossed Siennas eyes before her expression smoothed . 15-27 Your Gold Digger is Actually A True eccess 3.1 % Chapter 4 Thalia wasnt surprised to see them together . Not anymore . Just trying on a ring , she said with a sweet smile . Drake strode forward , his expression darkening when he saw the ring . Thalia wiggled her fingers , making the diamonds catch the light . What do you think ? Beautiful , isnt it ? Anger flickered in Drakes eyes . They both knew what a ring symbolized . Drake had thought Thalia understood her place . He hadnt expected her to aspire to things beyond her station . Marriage wasnt something he could offer her . She wasnt worthy of it . Sienna smiled brightly at Thalia . What a coincidence ! Drake and I are here to look at rings too . Thalia laughed inwardly . So thats what Drakes earlier phone call had been about . His important business was shopping for rings with Sienna ? Drake didnt deny it . Siennas eyes fixed on Thalias ring . That center stone had to be at least five carats . And those rare pink diamonds in the halo … This ring must cost millions . The audacity of her even trying it on how embarrassing . Thalia ignored Siennas challenging tone , admiring the ring on her hand . 15:37 Your Gold Digger is Actually A True s 3.2 % Chapter 4 She had to admit , Asher had impeccable taste . Thats quite a ring . Thalia , Sienna said sweetly . Isnt it ? I think so too . Drakes face darkened further . Take it off , Thalia . Why ? What are you playing at ? Trying to pressure me into marriage ? Drake finally exploded . I will never marry you ! Siennas lips curved slightly , triumphant . Actually , Drake and I are here at Carolines request , she said , referring to Drakes mother . Shes very particular about the family ring . The implication was clear : she was Caroline Ashcrofts chosen daughter in law . Thalia shouldnt dream of joining the Ashcroft family . Thalia found their assumptions amusing . She was trying on her fiancés custom ring , and they were having a meltdown ? One assuming she was desperate for marriage . The other bragging about Carolines approval . As if the Ashcrofts were such a catch . Her father wouldnt even consider them significant enough to matter . Noted , Thalia said neutrally . Drake and Sienna exchanged confused looks . Why wasnt she upset ? Sienna studied Thalias face , searching for signs of jealousy or resentment . But Thalias expression revealed nothing . Sienna couldnt tell if she was genuinely unbothered or just hiding it well . Your Gold Digger is Actually A True ge 3.4 % Chapter 4 Setting aside his documents , he typed : [ Beautiful . Do you like it ? ] [ I do . ] His smile deepened . [ Im glad . ] [ Asher , this ring must have cost a fortune . ] [ Youre worth every penny . ] His assistant , William , stood by awaiting signatures , trying and utterly failing to be subtle about stealing glances at his boss . Bloody hell , was he seeing this right ? The infamous Ice King of Londons financial district the man whose mere presence could lower room temperature by several degrees was actually … smiling ? And not just any smile , mind you . The usually stoic CEO looked positively chuffed , like a man whod just been handed the keys to Buckingham Palace . Documents are signed . Something fascinating about my face , William ? Ashers voice snapped back to its usual arctic temperatures . William practically jumped out of his bespoke suit . Right ! No , absolutely not , sir . Nothing at all . Ill just … He snatched up the papers , nearly dropping them in his haste . Ill have these processed straightaway . Thalia headed to the watch boutique next door , planning to buy Asher a welcome gift for when she arrived in London . Her father had shown her recent photos of Asher . Cool and dignified , with sharp features and striking eyes just as she remembered . She carefully selected a sophisticated black timepiece that suited his style . As she finished paying , a familiar voice called out . Thalia , what are you … 15:37 Your Gold Digger is Actually A True 37 % Chapter 3 In "A Relationship Kept in The Dark" by CrushReel, the storyline unfolds as renowned photographer Jane finds herself drawn to the charismatic rookie model, Hector. Little does she know that Hector harbors a secret—he is actually the heir to a powerful business empire. As their romance blossoms, Hector grapples with concealing his true identity to capture Jane's heart. However, their love story takes a tumultuous turn when jealousy rears its ugly head, threatening to unravel the delicate balance they've built. 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