Chapter 34

“Thanks, I learned something new,” Nathan said with a grin, determined to give Howard’s happiness one more push.

“Howard is a catch with great looks and body. He’s just got a bit of an ego. Don’t hold it against him. Once he’s back on his feet, you two will have all the happiness in the world.” Pure bliss!

Gwendolyn blinked, not quite catching his drift. But she nodded obediently, “Okay.”

How could she ever resent Mr. Chadwick? He had helped her out, even given her money. He

was the best patient anyone could ask for!

After a conversation that was more like chickens talking to ducks, Nathan left, content with his efforts.

Three days later, the Grand Gavel Auction House was bustling with its monthly auction event.

The list of items had been announced well in advance, and there were plenty of treasures to bid on. As a result, the parking lot was packed, with half of Bayridge City’s elites making an

appearance.

Romanesque building, her

alongside her, wrapped an arm around Gwendolyn’s, “There’s some really cool stuff up for auction today.

that, she threw a

pretty reasonable,” Gwendolyn said, glancing down at Howard in the wheelchair in

just biased and treats you way better than anyone else.” Jeannie

the driver take you back,” Howard

shut her

who’s over there! What kind of nanny dresses that plain?” Vivien, her nails painted a loud red and face caked in makeup,

her side,

isn’t my dear step–sister,” she sashayed

a sword, stepping protectively in front of Gwendolyn and Howard, “You’re dressed like a whore. Shame all that foundation can’t match Gwendolyn’s natural beauty.”

11:38

Vivien flipped her hair, her eyes flicking resentfully over Howard, “Give it a low months, and I’ll be a member of the Chadwick family, Better watch your tongues, or you will have it rough.”

snorted, “You and Bainbridge are perfect for each other, both

Howard’s icy gaze, “I hear Mr. Howard’s shooting blanks. Isn’t

marriage is none of

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