As the trio entered the jewelry shop, Guinevere's eyes were immediately drawn to a stunning necklace display. The pieces were adorned with rare gems and precious metals, each one more exquisite than the last.
She approached the counter, her gaze fixed on a particular necklace featuring a large, flawless black diamond surrounded by intricate filigree work.
"That one," she said softly, pointing to the necklace.
The jeweler nodded, carefully retrieving the piece from its velvet cushion.
"It's a beautiful choice," he said.
"The black diamond is quite rare, and the craftsmanship is exceptional."
Guinevere picked up the necklace, letting it rest in her palm. She could feel its power pulsing beneath her fingertips, calling to her in a way that only she could understand.
"How much?" she asked, already knowing that she would buy it regardless of the price.
The jeweler named a sum that would make most people balk, but Guinevere barely blinked.
"I'll take it," she said calmly. Penelope and Lily also chose our jewelry afterwards for went to the shoe store.
As the girls tried on various pairs of shoes, Guinevere's mind wandered to the black diamond necklace she had purchased. She couldn't shake the feeling that it was more than just a pretty piece of jewelry.
Tun Tun suddenly.
"Tun Tun what happened to you?" Guinevere asked as she frowned.
"Sorry host I had to do some upgrade and do some new skills," Tun Tun said.
"Upgrade like what?" Guinevere asked.
"Well, I've added a few new abilities that I think will be useful for our mission," Tun Tun explained.
"I can now analyze objects and people more thoroughly, detecting any hidden properties or secrets they may hold. I've also enhanced my hacking skills, allowing me to infiltrate even the most secure systems."
Guinevere's eyes widened in surprise.
"That's impressive," she murmured.
"But what about the black diamond? Did you sense anything unusual about it?"
"Yes, actually," Tun Tun replied.
"It possesses a strange energy signature that I couldn't quite identify. It's unlike anything I've encountered before."
Guinevere frowned, her curiosity piqued.
"I see," she said thoughtfully.
"I'll have to investigate further when we get home."
Just then, Lily called out to Guinevere from across the store.
"Hey Guin! Come look at these heels! They'd be perfect with your dress!"
Guinevere smiled and walked over to join her friends, pushing thoughts of the black diamond necklace aside for now. Guinevere forget about about the black stone and walked over and saw the silver blue heels with butterfly designs.
Guinevere admired the heels, running her fingers over the delicate butterfly designs etched into the silver metal.
"They are beautiful," she murmured, slipping them on. They fit perfectly, and she couldn't help but smile at the way they sparkled under the store lights.
Lily clapped her hands excitedly.
"They look amazing on you! You have to get them!"
Penelope nodded in agreement.
"They'll go perfectly with your dress and necklace."
Guinevere hesitated for a moment before making her decision.
"You're right," she said, standing up straight.
"I'll take them."
After they were finished Guinevere and Grace returned home and Grace sighed.
"You will need to be polite," Guinevere said.
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Early the next morning she heard chatting outside and Guinevere saw a girl with brown hair and blue eyes. Grace was so gentle and kind and David was the same as for Thomas was even gentle as well.
"Guinevere! Come here this is Josephine and she is…" Grace said she looked at her husband David and her son Thomas.
"Cousin she will stay with us the servants got her the guest bedroom ready," Grace said as she touched Josephine cheeks. In her past life she was jealous when she saw this but now she didn't care too much this anymore.
"Oh I see, well is breakfast ready?" Guinevere asked as she crossed her arms. Josephine became shy and she frowned she felt hatred toward Guinevere this place should been hers grown as a wealthy young heiress not this redhead girl!
"Yes yes let's eat!" Grace said as she took Josephine hand who pouted.
"Don't worry I will protect you," Thomas said to Josephine who smiled brightly. David glared at Guinevere before he walked toward his wife and the two kids.
"Host aren't you angry?" Tun Tun asked he was so angry it shoved his chubby paws that is full of honey in his mouth.
"Why would I be angry I am not their biological daughter anyway in three days the dna test would be out and everything will change just wait and see," Guinevere said as she sat down. Josephine talked about how her family was poor her father an alcoholic mother gambler. The more she spoke the more Guinevere frowned in truth she has never meant her biological parents but how dare Josephine speaks about them as if she suffered!? She clenched her fork and eat her food. Josephine was so shocked this food all looks so luxurious.
"Josephine, dear," Grace said softly.
"You must be overwhelmed. Why don't you finish your breakfast and then we'll show you around the house?"
Josephine nodded, her eyes wide as she took in the opulent surroundings. She couldn't believe that this was now her home.
As the family ate, an uncomfortable silence settled over the table. Guinevere could feel Josephine's gaze on her, filled with a mix of envy and resentment. She ignored it, focusing instead on her own plate.
After breakfast, Thomas jumped up from his seat.
"I'll give Josephine a tour!" he exclaimed eagerly.
"But I..." Josephine started to protest.
"No, no," David interrupted firmly.
"Thomas can show you around."
"Thomas make sure you show the room I got ready for her."
"Sure mum! Come Josephine brother will protect you," Thomas said. Guinevere did not say anything she finished eating and she wiped her mouth.
"I am going to see Penelope," Guinevere said as she wiped her mouth.
"Remember you image," Grace said with a frown the thought of raising the wrong daughter made her sad and angry but she did think to much about. Guinevere didn't care she just went up the stairs and looked inside her walking closet and grabbed a pink skirt, a crop top and a light leather jacket with ankle boots.