As the master took up Lune Bright’s fifth stone, the crown turned their attention back to him. Looking at the vexed face of Lune, Aurora Foster looked apologetic and she said, “Luna, I chose these stones based on my inner intuition; that is to say, I guessed. If you lose completely, I am sorry, but I trust that you won’t blame me…”
Lune”…”
“If this is too much for you to handle,” Aurora continued, “I would be willing to purchase the remaining stones from you. I would even be willing to pay you the full price.”
Lune turned to Aurora in frustration. She felt as though Aurora was not just flaunting her wealth, but also teasing her as well. Her pride made her want to continue having the stones cut. That being said, she had paid a lot for these stones and it would be in her best interests to
