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.

eyes scanned the catalog until she spotted a jewelry necklace, her expression transforming from indifference to interest. “This sapphire’s nice, but the design’s off. This ruby’s design, though, is

ruby necklace that had caught Freda’s

and soon the sapphire necklace Freda had admired was on

I said, it’s a lovely piece, but the design really detracts from the gemstone’s value,” Freda’s eyes sparkled with

her. “If you like it,

turned to him with a playful smile. “As a gentleman,

“Bidding on it

“Don’t you just want to be

first day would make me seem rash and impulsive, don’t you think? Let’s take the time to get to know each other better

tilted to one side. She could understand Theo’s undertones. She wasn’t

sapphire necklace

ruby held no allure for her either. She waited patiently to see if someone else would claim the next item, her eyes scanning the room with interest. But then, to her surprise, Theo

surprise. “You’re bidding on the

is lovely, don’t you agree? Its design reminds me of a sunflower,” Theo whispered,

doubted it. Freda observed in silence, her eyes

the necklace, or was he simply enjoying the thrill of the bidding

be for his own indulgence. Perhaps he had a surprise in store for someone. It was either her or

Theo, shattering the silence and jolting

hair pulled up high, sat in the chair. The woman flashed him a mischievous grin, her eyes sparkling with playfulness. “Sorry,

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