Chapter 205:

Freda noticed Theo’s quiet contemplation and skillfully steered the conversation towards lighter territory, asking, “Any fun plans after dinner?”

After a brief pause, Theo’s face lit up with a suggestion. “Actually, there’s an auction happening nearby. If you’re interested, I’d love to take you there.”

“An auction? Trying to show off your wealth on our first meeting?” she asked with a playful glint in her eye.

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Freda’s stunning looks and flirtatious glance exuded a charming and alluring presence.

Theo chuckled. “Your humor is delightful. I’ve always been surrounded by friends ever since I was a kid. People just seem to enjoy my company.”

Her words amused Theo once more, her charm and confidence bringing a smile to his face.

Freda’s eyes narrowed slightly as she gazed at Theo’s smiling face, his charm and warmth radiating from him like a gentle glow.

Theo had taken a liking to her, and after a pleasant dinner, he invited her to the auction.

The auction was a relatively low-key affair, with the starting bids for the items on offer hovering around the modest sum of one million.

interest. “This sapphire’s nice, but the design’s off. This ruby’s design, though,

ruby necklace that had caught Freda’s attention. “The ruby outshines the sapphire,” he

auction began, and soon the sapphire necklace Freda had admired was on the

detracts from the gemstone’s value,” Freda’s eyes sparkled with interest as she

encouraged her. “If you like it, bid

smile. “As a gentleman, shouldn’t you

crinkled at the corners as he smiled. “Bidding on it

you just want to

love on the first day would make me seem rash and impulsive, don’t you think? Let’s take the time to

chin nestled in the palm of her hand, her head tilted to one side. She could understand Theo’s undertones. She wasn’t

talked, the sapphire necklace was auctioned

would claim the next item, her eyes scanning the

“You’re bidding on the

you agree? Its design reminds me of a

in silence, her eyes fixed on the scene, her expression

necklace, or was he simply enjoying

special occasions. If Theo was to win the auction, it couldn’t be for his own indulgence. Perhaps he had a surprise in store for someone. It was either her or someone else’s. Could he be

was abruptly shattered when a nearby bidder suddenly outbid Theo, shattering the silence and

the new bidder. A woman in a black coat and pants, her dark hair pulled up high, sat in the chair. The woman flashed him a mischievous grin, her eyes sparkling with

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