Chapter 6 " Let ? " Yvette's smile was sharp with amusement . " You're mistaken . This isn't a concession . I'm taking back what's always been mine . " Her gaze deliberately swept over Serena before landing on Serena's neck . " Now , may I have my necklace back ? " It took Serena a moment to process the request . Flustered , she fumbled with the clasp . " I ... I didn't know it was yours , " she stammered , her voice trembling . " Alfredo insisted I wear it ... Yvie , please don't misunderstand . " Serena's plea alone was enough to say how scheming she was . She repeatedly emphasized it was Alfredo's request . What was she trying to prove ? Or was she trying to provoke Yvette ? Yvette asked Raymond to put the necklace away and then turned to Serena , the smile on her face remaining the same . " You know , the only people I've ever known to help themselves to other people's belongings without asking are thieves . " Serena's cheeks heated . She lowered her head , seeming utterly embarrassed . Clifford's eyes flickered . " Yvie , that was a bit uncalled for, don't you think ? Serena borrowed the necklace , that's all . Besides , Mr. Duckworth gave her permission ... " In fact , none of the people present had seen this fierce side of Yvette . Having been raised by the Hawley family , she was the representative of refinement and manners , her every move reflecting her background in a century - old family . She was gentle , smart , the very picture of a well - bred lady since childhood . She had always been calm and composed when dealing with anyone , and she was so compassionate and lenient , never one to cause offense or embarrass anyone . In Clifford's impression , even after Roxanne passed away , Yvette managed to conceal her grief deep down . Despite her youth , she comforted Alfredo and hosted the mourning guests , arranging everything in an orderly manner . 06:40 Chapter 6 288 Voucher People like her tended to smooth things over when facing conflict . But now , she was being almost aggressive toward Serena . It was completely out of keeping with the Hawley family's upbringing and her own refined manners . " Fine . Let me put it this way - I'm the necklace's owner . Did she ever have my permission to take it ? " Yvette turned to Clifford . " Cliff , since when did you lose your sense of right and wrong ? Or is it normal in your family for Mr. Lester to handle your belongings without your consent ? " Clifford's eyes darkened for a moment . Then , a slow smile spread across his face , his jaw tightening slightly . " Alright . I overstepped . You're right , Yvie . " He shrugged with a devil - may - care attitude , seeming very much frivolous . Yvette didn't press further . After a brief pause , she turned to Serena . " This is your party today ? " Serena seemed slightly startled before replying , " Yes . " Yvette nodded . " Then I'm afraid it's time you screened your guests more carefully . A man tried to lay hands on me the moment he saw me . When he failed , he framed me for stealing your bracelet . " Serena's face fell at once . " Sorry . I'll go talk to him right away . " She didn't argue - she had sensed the shift in the room's atmosphere . Everett's expression had darkened , a faint trace of anger visible on his face . As for Clifford , he had straightened up , the smile on his lips fading slightly . She realized now - Yvette was not to be trifled with . Frustrated yet resigned , she understood that Yvette had gained the upper hand today . Clenching her teeth silently , she fought the urge to drag Harry here and force him to apologize to Yvette . Yvette replied calmly , " That won't be necessary . I already had him thrown out . " Serena parted her lips but didn't know what to say . Then Yvette tilted her head . " Today's your birthday , right ? I hope I'm not spoiling anything . " 06:40 Chapter 6 Snapping out of it , Serena quickly shook he head . " Not at all . You did the right thing He deserved to be punished ... " " Glad to hear it . " Just then , the servants finished tidying the room . After a quick signal to Raymond , Yvette politely ushered everyone out and closed the door to rest . She was truly sleepy . All she wanted now was to get some sleep - not another moment wasted on dealing with them . Everett remained standing on the other side of the door , motionless , his gaze fixed on it for a long while . Clifford said with a light smile , " Rett , Yvie needs her rest . " After a brief pause , he added meaningfully , deliberately drawing out his words , " Now that she's back ... there will be plenty of time ahead . Be patient . " 06 40