Unyielding Resolve
The stone’s rough surface grounded Eleanor’s thoughts as she gripped it hard. It was a gift from her mother and was now the only thing keeping her out of debt. Eleanor took a deep breath and decided she would find a buyer at whatever cost.
Unyielding Resolve
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The Indifferent Expert
Eleanor went to the third jeweler in the hopes that he would recognize the value of the stone. But after giving it a quick perusal, he scarcely batted an eye, dismissing its importance with a simple head shake.
His apathy was tangible and weighed heavily.
The Indifferent Expert
