Chapter 38

“Mr. Bainbridge sure knows how to throw his weight around. Talk about making it rain.”

“What a mess! Who would’ve thought that Howard couldn’t cough up the thirty million? They’re really in the gutter.”

Gwendolyn squeezed Howard’s hand anxiously as they overheard the murmurs, “Mr. Chadwick, don’t take it to heart. It’s the thought that counts with birthday presents, right?”

“I’m fine.” He even seemed to be in high spirits. “Just wait, Bainbridge would be the one crying soon.”

He glanced at his phone and sent off a quick message.

“Warren always favored Bainbridge! What’s he got to be proud about? It’s all Warren’s money.” Jeannie reddened her eyes with anger. “I’m off to the powder room!”

“Then… I better go check on Jeannie.” Gwendolyn, concerned, followed suit.

But the auction house’s dimly lit corridors branched off in every direction. She couldn’t spot Jeannie and struggled to follow the signs toward the ladies‘ room.

“Gwen.” From behind, Gemma came running out, panting, and called out to her.

“What is it?” Gwendolyn eyed Gemma with a mix of emotions.

of you, giving you

need to pretend there’s any family affection

grew up in the countryside and never had nice things. A bracelet worth five million is wasted

point

it’d turn. her mood around and it’d be a good look for you

believe Gemma could

you have any conscience? Do

in comparison,” Gemma said heartlessly. “Can’t your think of me for once? Being

you’re enjoying it quite a bit.” Gwendolyn leaned against the wall, her demeanor

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ice cellar.

give it to her or

a gem and being harsh on your own

dare you!” Gemma

not insulting you! I’m talking

hand. “Let’s not waste our breath on her. Let’s go back

aches for you.”

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