“Wynter! What the hell are you doing?" Alick frowned.

Startled, Wynter turned around, visibly flustered by his presence.

She was lost as to why he'd just show up then.

She was desperately searching for an explanation.

Alick entered the room, his gaze fixated on the open red velvet box that once held a precious set of diamond jewelry. It was clear that Wynter had taken it upon herself to explore its shimmering allure.

"This is a valuable set of diamond jewelry. Mr. Johnston acquired it years ago and kept it securely Locked in the bank's safe. He intended it as a gift for Camila. How could you wear it so casually?"

Alick had always regarded Wynter as a capable woman, which made her actions all the more puzzling to him.

Why did she...

She attempted to justify her behavior, her voice steady. "I'm only human, Alick. Like any other woman, I'm drawn to the allure of diamonds and all things that sparkle. I couldn't resist trying it on. Feel free to scold me!"

Caught red-handed, Wynter could do nothing.

She could only endure the embarrassment, trying her best to conceal her unease.

After a few seconds of silence, Alick took a deep breath and spoke, his tone laden with resignation.

“Put it back!"

Wynter promptly removed the necklace from her neck.

She then carefully returned it to its rightful place inside the box. Once the box was closed, Alick let out a weary sigh. "Mr. Johnston was planning his wedding to Miss Haynes, but now unforeseen circumstances have arisen. I might have to make a trip to Faymoor. If anything goes awry with the company, call me immediately.”

Wynter knew that Camila had miraculously returned to life.

That fact stirred jealousy within her.

However, she had to keep her emotions tightly under wraps.

Camila was aware of Wynter's affection for Isaac.

And if she wanted to remain as Isaac's secretary and part of the company, she had to bury her love deep within.

Revealing her true feelings would jeopardize her position.

She couldn't bear to see her good days come to an end.

“I understand. By the way, if Camila is back, why would she go to Faymoor again?" Wynter inquired, attempting to grasp.

Alick responded, "Something has happened to her. Mr. Johnston went there to save her."

Upon hearing this, a flicker of excitement danced in Wynter's eyes.