Aria's POV
"It suits you perfectly," Aiden said, his gaze intense as he continued holding out the necklace.
I stared at him in disbelief. "But... this necklace, it can't possibly be meant for everyday wear?"
$55 million hanging around my neck? I wouldn't dare walk around with that!
"Didn't you wear it beautifully tonight?" he countered, his voice dropping an octave.
I felt my cheeks warm. "Well yes, but tonight was a formal event. That's completely different. Besides—" I hesitated, swallowing hard, "it's far too valuable."
Aiden's expression didn't change. "Jewelry's value is determined by the person wearing it. No matter how expensive, it's meant to be worn. You enhance its worth, not the other way around."
"No, Aiden, this necklace is seriously too valuable for me to—"
He simply
