Peridot Lapis Novels & Stories

I huddled it close to my chest, and pulled myself out of my stupor as he approached. “You found it?” I beamed. “I did. Here you go,” he said, and he dropped a small notepad on top of the hefty book already clutched in my arms. Its pages were curled, and the front was a mossy green that had been spoilt over the centuries by water damage and coffee stains. “What’s that one?” He asked, nodding to the other book I was holding. “Oh. I’m not really sure. Do you know what it is? It says ‘Luna Lapis’ on the front. I thought it might have something to do with your pack.”

It's tradition. It's an elaborate victorian crown with emeralds and crystals incrested all over. Across the front are green gems resembling ivy with a prominent giant pear-cut emerald in the middle. The points are all differently shaped emeralds with crystals. It's a beautiful, perfect blend of Silver Moon and me. Our colors combined. "I...I love it!" A single tear drops down my cheek before she comes rushing over, dabbing it off. "Don't cry, sweet girl. So happy you love it. Now let's put it on and show my son why it's such a good thing he came to his senses yesterday."

Bella was eyeing one of them. Thankfully, she had a big mouth and had mentioned the lineup of jewelry she wanted to own to Emily. Her taste was okay. She deserved to be Derek Thompson's daughter. However, she was messing with the wrong woman and would find out the consequences. A woman came out from behind the stage and placed the first piece of jewelry in front of the auctioneer. A set of jewelry made of peridot. The stone material was just one small thing that made it special. It was believed to have once belonged to Cleopatra.

Curious, I search green gemstones with photos. Nothing looks quite like the one on Maya's wrist. And hers changed colour with the angle of the light — or with her mood? No way. Then I remember where I've seen it. I log into the pack's digital library and type vampire artefacts. I don't have to scroll far. There it is — a bracelet identical to Maya's. My chest tightens, my breath hitches mid-inhale, and I read it several times over. The Peridex bracelet is an ancient artefact used by noble vampires to announce their claim on the one they are courting, and to declare that person under their protection.

Lin Yilan's wandering thoughts returned to the shopkeeper's incessant sales pitch. She seriously considered which crystal cup Jasmine would prefer, examining the subtle differences in the natural ice-crack patterns with due diligence. Lapis lazuli bracelets, ripple-patterned crystal cups, hand-woven cloud-silk square rugs, Dream Epiphyllum dew... The long shopping list made Lin Yilan want to sigh. Her original intention was merely to visit an old friend she hadn't seen in a long time, but the result was this—

Just as Ensley and Esther were about to make fun of Harvey, an expert trembled and said, “It’s here! It’s here! It’s a crystal jade!” “A sapphire!” “Oh my god! It’s a nephrite!” “This is a red beryl!” “It’s an alexandrite!” The experts were shocked, and hurriedly picked up the pace. Every single one of the stones was soon revealed to be extremely valuable.

“In every seat, and private room had a list of the items available tonight! I know that everyone is excited, so, I declare that the auction has begun! Bring up the first item!” A lady dressed in black carried a tray covered in red cloth, and placed it on the auction table. After that, she went back to the back stage. Klark Oz took away the red clothing and said, “This is the Legend Peridot, it contains strong spirit energy, and if it is forged into a weapon the result would be a Yellow Rank weapon! The strat of the bid is 500 gold coins, and every increase in price must be at 15% increases.” The people below was in an astonishment! A Yellow Rank weapon can be on par with a Lime Rank Advance

The gemstones, carefully designed into exquisite cuts and shapes, glimmered like captured fragments of nature's most vibrant hues. At the center of the necklace, a large emerald pendant adorned with intricate engravings caught her attention. The stone, shaped like a big wolfberry, possessed a mesmerizing depth that seemed to draw in the surrounding light. Its rich green hues, ranging from the vibrant shades of new growth to the deep tones of ancient forests, held within them the promise of growth, renewal, and the enduring strength of love.

"Tell me about this one then." "Oh, this piece," I start. "It's actually inspired by Cleopatra. You know, she was a big fan of lapis lazuli. She believed it was more than just beautiful; it was powerful. Cleopatra used it for her eyeshadow, thinking it could give her wisdom and protection."

Teardrop shaped emeralds adorned her earshells. "Do you like this necklace?" She hated those red rubies to the extent of glaring at Icarus to which he smiled and replied his voice getting huskier. "I have same thoughts as my queen and cannot seem to like it no matter how I look, I have brought something else for you." Rubies were replaced by sun gold sapphires that somewhat resembled the colour of Icarus's eyes making Lalya seemingly look at the male in hazed delusion. Was this his way of telling her that he shall from now he owned her?