Chapter 110

“Does Ariana think I don’t know how much money she has Brian said coldly. “Keep raising the bid.”

“Yes, sir.

“90 million!”

As Emily lifted the paddle, the room erupted in inurmurs of disbelief. This was nearly ten times the necklace’s actual worth!

Ariana turned to Victor. “You planted this, didn’t you?”

Victor knew from the start that Brian wouldn’t let this necklace go. By pitting Ariana against Brian, Victor had set the stage for this bidding war. After Victor had humiliated Evelyn earlier, Brian’s pride was already bruised. There was no way he would back down now, not with his dignity on the line.

“Don’t forget what you promised me,” Victor said lazily, leaning back in his chair. “I want that necklace, no matter what.”

“You.”

way out. Fine. If he wanted

as Ariana called

the auction!

“150 million.”

new voice cut through the air. The crowd was stunned

William, who had arrived late, calmly placing the bid.

If Mrs. Lodge Senior finds out, she won’t be pleased. And the

decided not to continue the bidding. Relieved by William’s appearance, Ariana

million, going once!

turned to Ariana, expressionless. “I told you

leaning back on her chair. “You only said you wanted the necklace, but

to William, who raised a glass of champagne in

in response, offering a small toast. Victor’s lips curved into a faint

connection to William as well. Ariana was proving to be more resourceful than he had anticipated

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