The Family Jewels Book Novels & Stories

"Brian and Paulene just decided to try for a baby. If something like this happens now, I'm afraid Paulene might change her mind. Just admit it. We won't tell anyone else. Don't worry. I'll pay Paulene back for you." I was so angry that I wanted to reach through the phone and shake her. "I guess I should thank you. That's very thoughtful. And where do you think your money came from in the first place? Maybe we should just call the police." "No police!" She reacted instantly. "Paulene's jewelry has never left the house. This has to be an inside job. You can't call the police on your family. Do you want this whole family to fall apart?" Wow. That was a heavy accusation to throw at me.

I came here to buy a gift for the fiancé I’d never met. Instead, his mistress stole it right out from under me, and they both tried to grind me into the dirt. So I declared war. The second my plane touched down in Chicago, I headed straight for the city’s most expensive jeweler. “Box up that ring. I’m taking it.” It was the Valenti family sapphire. It had been lost for three years during our family’s internal war. Today was the day I got it back.

was now the owner. Ivy walked straight to the top floor. She pushed open the heavy oak doors of the boardroom. The room was full of older men in dark suits. At the head of the table sat Julian’s father, Arthur Vane. He looked like he hadn't slept in a week. When he saw Ivy, he jumped to his feet. "Ivy! Thank God you're here," Arthur said, his voice trembling. "There has been a mistake. A company called St. Claire Diamonds bought our debt. They are trying to take over. You have to talk to Julian. He said you can fix this."

The family of three walked hand in hand into the mall, heading straight for the jade counter. From Lambert's account, Lydia knew his mother loved jewelry, so naturally, she wanted to pick something she would adore. After some browsing, Lydia chose a delicately crafted jade and diamond ornament of exquisite quality. Meanwhile, as Lydia selected a gift for Lambert's mother, Lambert's gaze lingered on a set of jewelry displayed in the middle of the counter. The set was obviously crafted from the same rare pink diamond, and it was exceptionally beautiful. Seeing Lambert's interest, the saleswoman hurriedly explained, "Sir has an excellent eye! This set of diamond jewelry is perfect for a family

There are just puzzle pieces to her that he was intrigued by As they entered the mall, they encountered a family of three, the father, the young mother and a tiny baby. As Devlin was busy studying Mabel, he saw her longing glance at the baby before she masked her reaction. He noticed the pain in her eyes as she averted her gaze and as subtle as it was, he saw her caress her tummy with her trembling hand. Just what happened to you, Mabel? He thought. As if trying to distract herself, she tweaked Fidelo’s ear before she ran towards Ami’s side. In two long strides, Fidelo caught her and tweaked her ear in return. As Mabel swatted his hand away, Devlin couldn’t feel but be jealous of the interac

I gave up and just decided on a spaghetti strap, a skin-tight black dress that stopped mid-thigh with a tiny slit. I don't have anyone I need to impress *mind shrug* I put on stiletto heels even though I know damn well I'm going to regret it later. Once I was ready I yet again sat on the couch in the living room but this time picking up the book Diamond by Koda Crown. Like I said he is a good ass author, and he sure writes very... creative 'scenes'. I enjoy his book to be quite honest. I read for a little while. A little being a lie and I actually waited for like another 45 minutes. Then Alissa made her way to the living room.

"You see nothing wrong with that cause it's just another means for you to stab us in the back again." "You shouldn't judge me for just one mistake Gia." "One? One wrong mistake?" I dropped the napkin and placed my hand on the head of the chair now fully concentrating on her. "You are the reason my sister died. You are the reason my dad is the way he is. You are the reason we lost happiness in this family and yet you talk about just one mistake. To hell with that Andra. You even deprived me of the love of my younger brother." "I left but then I came back. I'm here now and I've changed. I want to make things right. Don't you see that Gia?"

But then she was killed by jelly that she loved a lot only to reincarnate in the body of Krystal, how can she not be excited when counting so much money? It took her a while to finish counting the money and it was E$3, 5 million. She still had two more bags like this. Finally she picked the small black pouch that had been well hidden in the bag. She opened it and poured the contents on the bed with a smile. She had always loved sparkly things and seeing these diamonds, she felt at ease. Back then she had turned her savings into diamonds, there were easy to keep at least for her than to keep money in a bank account. After checking that the diamonds were all there, she felt at ease however one

It was just her and her mother now. "You look so beautiful. Just like your father." Bihadlly's eyes watered. "Oh, Mother. What happened? Why are you here?" "You must listen carefully. There isn't much time. We were both drugged at our midday meal. Your stepfather has gone mad. Someone went rummaging through some old parchments and found out about our family's secret. The Jewel of Humanity." "The jewel of humanity? Mother, I have no idea what you are talKing about. What is that?"

The healing drafts will fix me up just fine… and I don’t plan to share any of it with him. Using what’s left of my strength, I pull him into an armchair. I rip off his leather jacket and dig through his pockets, finding a wallet and a few pocket knives but nothing else. No moonstone. It wasn’t at the Fence. I followed him there. I lingered near the bar, using the hood of my cloak to shield my face from onlookers, while he sold my jewels. I bought the jewels back from the disgusting man who runs the Fence, not wanting to have to cause a scene. Grandpa Ryatt will notice the money missing from the family coffers, but a stern talking to about my spending habits is better than what he’d do if I’d