The Topaz? I know it's captivating. I once had enough money to buy it, but I can't now. My singing is no longer a novelty to anyone.

Oh, the gemstone. Yes, its quality is rare enough to make any rich man think twice about passing it up. It was too unique to forget.

Yes, I've heard of it. Strange things happen around the gem. Lives shatter, love is found, luck is lost. I've always wanted to find out why.

Besides the fact that it was stolen...

Of course. Every jeweler in this city has dreamed of having the Topaz. Just imagine what a Topaz pendant would look like...

I was just coming back from a party. I may not be as popular as I once was, but I'm not retired. I sing at parties for the rich, as well as attend them as their guest.

I was at a party with my colleagues. It was a relaxing evening, although more quiet than raucuous. I had a little too much, so I took a taxi.

I was in the library, researching more about gemstones and strange phenomena that are associated with them. I didn't come home until 3 a.m.

I was unable to sleep again, thinking about last month again...

I was up late, working on special pieces for my clients. Some of the wealthy are demanding, you see. One man even wanted a topaz on a ring!

Such an alluring gem could not have been protected forever. Whoever took it must be desperate for a second chance... like a second debut.

I'm not surprised. It was more of "when" than "if" with such an precious item. Unfortunate, though. It would have crowned my collection of jewels.

What a tragedy. Now that it's missing, no one else will be able to know its secrets.

She liked crimson, tangerine, and gold. I always thought white suited her best. She would always smile sweetly at me.

Stolen?! How?! That was the heart of this city, its Passion! The Topaz isn't meant for just anyone!