Precious Jewelry

Chapter 3

Jasper knocked on Ruby's door. "Ruby? Are you okay?"

Ruby let Jasper in. "I didn't think anyone would care enough to follow me."

"Of course, I care, Rubes. Listen, your sister will come around and so will Headmaster, you just need to give them space to do it."

"I suppose you're right. I'll be nice to Gemma during the holidays but won't force myself into her life and circle."

Jasper smiled. "There you go."

"I do have a gift for you. I know it's odd since we just met but it looked like something you'd love."

Ruby opened the box and stared at Jasper. "It's a Ruby bracelet that's my birthstone that's why my parents named me Ruby."

"Do you like it?"

"I love it, and I do have something for you, too." Ruby gifted Jasper a wallet with his name on it.

"Thank you, I love it."

"I'm glad."

"Do me a favor and try to enjoy Christmas with your family."

So, Ruby went home and kept her promise. Gemma gifted her thoughtful gifts and Ruby did the same for her sister and mother.