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.

necklace, her expression transforming from indifference to interest. “This sapphire’s nice, but the design’s off. This ruby’s design, though, is stunning, but red doesn’t suit me, I

ruby necklace

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

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

you like it,

with a playful smile. “As a gentleman, shouldn’t you be the one

it would be like sealing our love with a

want to be with me without

make me seem rash and impulsive, don’t you think? Let’s take the time to get to know each other better and see where this journey

tilted to one side.

they talked, the sapphire necklace was

preferences didn’t lean towards red, so the 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 jumped into the

eyes widened in surprise. “You’re bidding on the

you agree? Its design reminds me of a sunflower,” Theo whispered, his eyes locked on the

sunflower,” she doubted it. Freda observed in silence, her eyes fixed on the

the necklace, or was he simply

the Ward family’s recent calendar, devoid of 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

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

coat and pants, her dark hair pulled up high, sat in the chair. The woman flashed him a mischievous grin,

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