Chapter 6 Picking the Wedding Ring (2)

• "Yes," Edwin responded coolly.
• "Can I get as many as I want? Bracelets, anklets, necklaces, earrings, headpieces ... " Dana rattled off a list of jewelry in one breath.
• She believed his way of spending money would dissipate his family fortune.
• "Yes."
• "Can I buy some for my parents too?"
• "Sure."
• With his approval, Dana turned to the store manager and remarked, "You heard that. If he can't pay later, you can teach him a lesson. It's not my fault."
• "Understood." The store manager chuckled.
• It seems that this cute lady still didn't know Mr. Edwin's identity.
• But Edwin must have his reasons for keeping his identity from her.
• Everyone in the upper-class circle believed Edwin, with his rare condition of hypersensitivity to female contact, would never marry.
• But now, he suddenly married a pretty and cute young wife. That was a great joy. Naturally, he would pamper her.
• Whether it was a few pieces of jewelry or the entire jewelry store, he could give her everything with only one order.
• Thinking Edwin was pretending to be wealthy, Dana confidently strode around the store, directing the salespeople.
• "Wrap this up, and that one too. Wrap them all up ... "
• Oh my, the thrill of shopping was incredible! It feels like a dream! Dana struggled to contain her laughter.
• When she'd been beaten by her father before, she would fantasize when sad that she might be the lost child of a billionaire, destined to live a life of luxury one day.
• Quietly, Edwin followed behind her. His typically cold expression softened into a faint smile.
• With Edwin backing her up, Dana felt emboldened for the first time in her life to direct the salesperson to wrap up a heap of jewelry.
• Despite taking items from the store, everything still needed to go through the company's cash register.
• Dana stood at the cash register. When she watched the numbers on the screen skyrocket, her heart nearly stopped in fear.
• After all was rung up, she scrutinized the total—it was a staggering sum.
• She was so nervous that she almost couldn't catch her breath.
• Weakly, she asked the cashier, "Uh, I bought so much. Is there no discount?"
• Behind her, the store manager looked at Edwin with uncertainty, unsure how to respond.
• Since Edwin hadn't disclosed his identity to Dana, the store manager was at a loss for words.
• "Deliver everything to this address later," Edwin instructed after handing over his card and taking Dana away.
• "Wait!" Dana stopped him, shaking her head. "I don't want these things anymore!"
• The thrill of pretending to be wealthy had been enjoyable. But now, she felt diffident.
• She was legally married to Edwin. If those things were purchased on credit, she might not finish paying them off until her grandchildren's time.
• Edwin remained silent, amused by her timid reaction.
• "You really don't want any of them?" he asked meaningfully.
• "Yes," Dana affirmed, pulling him toward the exit as if being chased by the debt collectors.
• "At least choose the wedding rings," he said, guiding her back to the ring counter.
• Dana felt embarrassed as he brought her back. She'd confidently had everything wrapped, only to decide she didn't want any of it.
• And now, she was shamelessly back to pick out the wedding rings.
• The store manager, aware of Edwin's identity but not Dana's thoughts, thought she had returned the jewelry to save money for Edwin. In fact, the Eliots weren't short of money. He rather liked the cute Dana.
• "Mr. Edwin, these few rings are new arrivals today. Take a look," the store manager suggested.
• Edwin took Dana toward the rings and stated firmly, "Choose a pair."
• Dana instantly spotted a heart-shaped pink diamond ring, with a simple and unique design. Though small, the diamond was cut perfectly.
• After she tried it on, it fit perfectly.
• Glancing at the price tag, she found it was a large sum for both the male and female rings.
• So, she quickly took it off and put it back, opting instead for a plain ring without diamonds. It was the cheapest.
• "Is this one okay?" She looked at Edwin, seeking his approval.
• Edwin, however, picked up the pink heart-shaped diamond ring she had just tried on and slid it onto her finger.
• "You can't pick the wedding rings casually," he said seriously, handing her the men's ring. Then, he extended his hand. "Put it on me."
• Staring at his strikingly beautiful hand, Dana blushed because she felt as if she were in a wedding chapel exchanging rings.
• "Dana," his deep, magnetic voice brought her back to reality, leaving her flustered as she slid the man's ring onto his finger.
• "Okay, let's go." She breathed a sigh of relief.
• She had never been so agonizing in shopping. But thankfully, the ordeal was finally over.
• "Tell your CEO to remove this ring from display," Edwin instructed before leaving with the bewildered Dana.
• "Of course, Mr. Edwin, take care."
• The store manager understood Edwin's message—he didn't want anyone else to have the same ring as Dana.
• After seeing Edwin off, the store manager hurriedly called the CEO's assistant.
• ...
• Eliot residence was brilliantly lit and exuded luxury.
• The tidy, spacious living room was adorned in foreign style, with opulent golden curtains cascading down tall windows.
• Luxurious sofas, tea tables, dining tables, crystal chandeliers—all were adorned in gold, showcasing their opulence.
• In the dining room, the Eliots sat at the dinner table.
• "I'm married."
• Knowing he would soon return to the military, Edwin, dressed in a handsome uniform, sat upright, making his shocking declaration at the dining table.
• Reagan Eliot burst into laughter. "When did you start cracking jokes, Edwin?"
• His second brother had always been serious and rarely smiled or joked, so Reagan found his sudden humor surprising.
• That was a miracle.
• "Didn't Krone Jewelry's manager already inform you?" Edwin frowned slightly, his gaze piercing and cold.
• "Huh?" Reagan was momentarily puzzled, not quite understanding Edwin's meaning, so he brushed off the comment.
• Returning to the topic of marriage, he patted Edwin's shoulder and laughed. "Don't joke, Edwin. Dad and Mom are traditional. They won't accept a man as their daughter-in-law."