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.”

leaving her no way out. Fine. If he wanted to play, then she would play along.

as Ariana called out the

the auction!

“150 million.”

a new voice

and saw William, who had arrived late, calmly placing

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

Finally, he decided not to continue the bidding. Relieved by William’s appearance, Ariana leaned back in her chair, feeling a wave of

“150 million, going once! Going twice! Going three

turned to Ariana, expressionless. “I told you

already yours, Mr. Smith,” Ariana sald calmly, leaning back on her chair. “You only said you wanted the necklace,

raised a

small toast. Victor’s lips curved into a faint smile. “You never cease to

a connection to William as well. Ariana was proving to

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