I Walked Away And He Lost His Mind (Zephyra and Steven) novel Chapter 414

After hanging up, I focused on my work at home, carving and designing the raw stone day and night. Combined with my previous work, I finally had a simple composition. With a bit more polishing and refining, an exquisite jade pendant was complete.

Time flew by, and soon it was Wednesday, the day of Horace’s competition.

These kinds of entertainment shows usually aired at night, but they had rehearsals during the day. Fans started preparing their light-up signs, posters, and even boosting online stats to create buzz early in the morning.

I grabbed my invitation and handbag, ready to head to the venue, when my Uncle Julian suddenly called.

“Zephyra,” Julian’s voice was filled with joy. “You kept being so secretive about a gift for me, and then you give me something so perfect! How did you know I liked this jade chess set? I love it, absolutely love it!”

A jade chess set?

I was surprised. “What jade chess set?”

I hadn't sent him anything. My gift for him wasn't even finished yet.

Julian chuckled. “Still trying to trick me? I’ve already received it! The card says it’s from Zephyra, and how many Zephyras are there in the world? No need to hide it! I love this gift. I’ve been looking for this set for years and never found it, but you managed to get your hands on it. It just goes to show we’re family. It’s fate!”

Something suddenly felt wrong. I quickly asked Uncle Julian to start a video call so I could see the set.

He obliged, pointing the camera at the chess box. It had been beautifully reframed. When he opened the lid, the exquisite, translucent pieces came into view.

It was the gilded jade chess set!

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