"It’s a beautiful piece," Miller sighed. "A bit niche for some, but perfect for the right person."
In , he watched the post-holiday lulls. While most people were nursing hangovers, he was scouting the "Last Chance" cases. But the emerald wasn't there. best time of year to buy jewelry on sale
Then came . The tax season slump. He noticed the shop owner, Mr. Miller, looking a bit more eager to greet customers. Elias walked in, chatted about the weather, and casually glanced at the emerald. It was still there. No sale yet. "It’s a beautiful piece," Miller sighed
In , he didn't even bother. Valentine’s Day was the "amateur hour" of jewelry shopping. Prices were peaked, and the stores were too crowded to negotiate. He ignored the heart-shaped ads and kept his four thousand dollars in a high-yield savings account. But the emerald wasn't there
"Wait for the shoulder seasons," his mother had always told him. "Between the holidays and the weddings."
"Still got that emerald, I see," Elias said, leaning against the glass.