Chapter 143: A Tool Should Know Its Place

As Olivia reached the entrance of the JN Jewelry store, she suddenly stopped. When Alexander caught up to her, she reached out her hand and naturally looped her arm around his. Alexander glanced down at her, noting how easily she clung to him, as if the aloofness she'd shown earlier was entirely forgotten.

“Honey, you need to help me pick something nice today,” Olivia said with a sweet smile, looking every bit like a woman lost in her own happiness.

Alexander raised an eyebrow slightly. If she’s not acting, he’s wasting an incredible talent.

Inside the store, Georgina was busy reviewing some of her latest designs, with her staff standing respectfully behind her.

“Welcome.”

Hearing the greeting, Georgina glanced toward the door, noting a new customer had arrived. Running this store was more of a personal hobby and a way to showcase her talent, so she rarely paid much attention to the clients. Normally, she didn’t even visit the store often, only showing up for quarterly check-ins like today.

“Ms. Georgina, what a pleasant coincidence to see you here today,” said a familiar voice.

Georgina turned quickly to see Olivia entering, arm-in-arm with Alexander. The sight immediately darkened her expression. Why are they here together? Olivia’s close interaction with Alexander made Georgina’s chest tighten. How is this possible? Alexander has always kept his distance from her; why is he now letting her act so intimate?

“Alex, Ms. Carter, what brings you two here today?” Georgina asked, forcing a smile as she pushed down the sourness welling up in her chest.

Her gaze lingered on Alexander, as handsome and godlike as ever, a man she couldn’t help but yearn for. Yet Olivia’s presence beside him was a cruel reminder that this man was out of her reach. Jealousy burned within her.

“Didn’t we say we’d come to support Ms. Georgina’s business? So here we are! I didn’t expect to find you here today as well,” Olivia said brightly, her smile unwavering. Of course, Olivia knew this was the exact day Georgina always visited her store.

Georgina forced another smile. “Ms. Carter, you’re too thoughtful. As it happens, I’ve just finished designing some new pieces. Feel free to take a look.”

Olivia didn’t hesitate and began browsing the store with Alexander at her side.

The sight of them moving so closely together was like a slap to Georgina’s face. She clenched her teeth, struggling to maintain her composure. Something about Olivia’s sudden appearance today felt deliberate, but Georgina couldn’t decide if Olivia was truly capable of scheming at this level.

Ms. Carter, if you find anything you like here, you’re welcome to visit anytime. Alex is always so busy with work; perhaps it would be better for him to rest more whenever possible, Georgina said, her gaze shifting to Olivia, who clung tightly to Alexander.

She added, “Ms. Carter, since I’ve known Alex since we were kids, I couldn’t help but say this. I hope you don’t take offense.

Olivia turned to look at her, expression calm. “I understand. Actually, I feel bad for him. But today, when he heard I was planning to go shopping, he couldn’t stop me no matter how much I tried,” she said with a soft sigh, as if lamenting Alexander’s stubbornness.

Alexander gave Olivia a pointed look. Who was the one who called me specifically to drag me out? And even used Liam to back her up?

Noticing his gaze, Olivia gently squeezed his arm and mouthed silently, “Liam.”

Georgina’s eyes narrowed slightly. She’s growing bolder every day. Was the meek and timid Olivia from before the real her, or is this her true nature?

Olivia, unfazed by his reaction, smirked inwardly. Sorry, but this is how it is now. A tool must know its place, and you’re my tool today!