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.”

deliberately cornering her, leaving her no way out. Fine. If he wanted to play,

million!” Gasps rippled through the room as Ariana called out the staggering

the beginning of the auction!

“150 million.”

could respond, a new voice cut

and saw William, who had arrived late, calmly

If Mrs. Lodge Senior finds out, she won’t

William’s appearance, Ariana leaned back in her chair, feeling a wave of relief

million, going once! Going twice! Going three times! Sold!“”

to Ariana, expressionless. “I told you I wanted that necklace.”

leaning back on her chair. “You only said you wanted the necklace, but you never specified how I was supposed to get it for you.”

who raised a glass of champagne

lifted her own glass in response, offering a small toast. Victor’s lips curved into a faint smile.

as well. Ariana was proving to be more resourceful than

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