AYRA'S POV;

"Hello," I uttered, my voice steady despite the tears I hastily wiped away, striving to maintain an air of composure.

"The month is ending, yet I haven't heard from you," spoke the voice I had feared hearing.

"If the payment isn't delivered as promised before the quarter of the year concludes, I will have no choice but to sell the necklace," he warned sternly.

"I plead with you, please reconsider," I desperately wanted to beg, but he abruptly terminated the call, denying me the opportunity to plead for mercy.

Mr. Bahal operates as a precious metal broker, specializing in acquiring gold, diamonds, and bronze directly from individuals.

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