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.

Howard’s wheelchair into the Romanesque building, her eyes wide with

stuff up for auction today. Lucky you talked me into coming, or Howard would have had me stay home.”

she threw a

said, glancing down at Howard in the

and treats you way better than anyone else.” Jeannie complained.

up, and I’ll have the driver take

quickly shut

look who’s over there! What kind of nanny dresses that plain?” Vivien, her

by her side, the picture of

step–sister,” she sashayed over, “A cripple and a

bristled like a sword, stepping protectively in front of Gwendolyn

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a low months, and

and Bainbridge are perfect for each

gaze, “I hear Mr.

marriage is none of

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