Chapter 23: Severance Fee
(Scarlett's POV)
The crystal chandeliers of Celestial Jewels cast prismatic rainbows across the polished marble floors as I strolled through the most exclusive jewelry store in the Silvermoon Trading Center. Alexander's black credit card felt warm in my hand, almost humming with potential.
"May I assist you, Miss Winters?" A sleek she-wolf with immaculate makeup appeared at my side, her practiced smile widening as she recognized me.
"I'm looking for something... special," I replied, my eyes scanning the glass cases filled with glittering treasures.
The saleswoman – Veronica, according to her name tag – practically vibrated with excitement. "We've just received a shipment of moon-gold from the Northern mountains. Very rare, very powerful."
She led me to a dis
