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.

from indifference to interest. “This sapphire’s

on the same ruby necklace that had caught Freda’s attention. “The ruby

brushed off Theo’s comment. The auction began, 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 interest as she gazed at the gemstone,

“If you like

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

eyes crinkled at the corners as he smiled. “Bidding on it would be like sealing our love

“Don’t you just want to be with me

impulsive, don’t you think? Let’s take the time to get

her chin nestled in the palm of her hand, her head tilted to one side. She could understand Theo’s undertones. She

talked, the sapphire necklace was auctioned off in

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

in surprise. “You’re

me of a sunflower,” Theo

observed in silence, her eyes

piqued. Was he genuinely enamored with the necklace, or was he

mind wandered to the Ward family’s recent calendar, devoid of special occasions. If Theo was to win the auction, it couldn’t be for his

Theo, shattering the

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

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