The Billionaire's Secret Quartet

Chapter 1011

The Draven Group was the largest antique consortium in the region. Seeking their assistance would be the most convenient and swift way to find what Joshua needed.

Once they were apprised of Joshua’s quest, the Draven Group immediately sprang into action, and organized an event to gather an array of fine gemstones at the hotel for display, all to facilitate Joshua’s search for that particular jade bead.

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“It’s alright. We’ll organize another one when the opportunity arises.” Richard said, taking the setback in stride. “Today would be just for Mr. Joshua and Lysander to catch up. Richard, the suave young proprietor of the curio shop, was in his element when it came to brokering relationships between businessmen, a skill he had mastered.

“Ha, indeed.” Joshua chuckled. “It’s been a while since Lysander and I last met. I should pay a visit to your grandfather at the Sinclair estate someday.”

Lysander, cloaking his typically frosty demeanor, raised his glass toward Joshua with a nod, “You’re welcome anytime.” he said.

“Ha, excellent.” Joshua replied with a hearty laugh. He clinked glasses with Lysander and took a sip.

his usual custom of downing his drink in one gulp, also took

Richard observed, ready to rise as the glasses emptied.

way

made at the cocktail party gathering to

case, we

in your family’s

these pearl of great importance to you, Mr.

Joshua go to such lengths, moving heaven and earth in search of a bead?

collecting, there were plenty of other precious stones worth pursuing. He could easily forsake the pearls for other treasures.

momentarily as he took a shallow sip from his glass, masking the emotions swirling

chose not to pry further, and simply joined him

left the private room and stepped into the main event space where guests moved

crowd of well-dressed men and women, Thalassa felt