Even after Her Death by Rita Bond

Chapter 137 Honey, I Don't Want It Anymor

Chapter 137 Honey, I Don't Want It Anymore

Ashley's gaze dropped to the hands I was holding with Carter. Perhaps he was caught off guard, questioning how Zory-the woman who once worshiped him with an almost obsessive love-could have let him go so quickly, without a second thought. Men are creatures of pride. The more you dote on them, the less they seem to appreciate it.

But when you stop paying attention, they suddenly become desperate to win you back.

His eyes traveled from my hand to my face, as if searching for any sign of pretense.

If Zoey had been here, she might have lost her cool.

But now, the soul inhabiting this body was mine, and I didn't know him. There was no need to react.

Carter, always indifferent, wasn't the type to strike up a conversation. Even sitting down, his presence alone commanded respect, making Sadie hesitant to stir up any trouble.

After all, Bill had wanted Sadie to marry into the family Anyone he thought was a suitable match was bound to be impressive, except for one flaw-Carter's disability.

Sadie, being as shallow as ever, had never even met Carter. As soon as she heard about his disability, she pushed Zoey to the forefront, believing the chance was hers.

But now, seeing Carter's face and feeling the undeniable power he radiated, it was obvious: even seated, his status was far beyond hers.

Sadie felt uncomfortable, but she hid it well, offering only a polite greeting,

Carter had assigned me a seat right next to Sadie. She thought it was merely a coincidence and didn't think much of it, but soon, she began having Ashley feed her fruit, perhaps to show off. Ashley instinctively glanced at me. In the past, Zoey's moods were unpredictable, often triggered by Ashley.

When Sadie provoked her, Zoey's temper would flare up, sometimes leading to angry outbursts. Zoey was known for her violent reactions when enraged-breaking things, yelling, acting recklessly. To others, she appeared unhinged, and that frightened Ashley.

Today, Sadie was playing the same old tricks, but she was far from Anna's level of skill.

I ignored them and took the fruit platter the server offered. I speared a piece of fruit with a fork and fed it

To Carter.

Whatever I offered, he ate without hesitation. Over time, we had grown more in sync.

The two women in the background faded into obscurity.

When the auction began, I glanced at Carter.

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my eyes on the gown I wanted, and there was no need to wait for the auctioneer

she wouldn't hold back today, especially since her

jewelry set was introduced, I intentionally raised my

soon as Sadie heard my bid, she raised her paddle, even though she

like this set.

rare to find someone so easy to

don't be too much. You've been competing with me for everything since we were kids. It's just a set of jewelry." Seeing me get upset,

bidding back and forth, each raising the price. The jewelry, originally

set's true value was closer to 50 million, yet Sadie gladly paid the extra 30

win.

like I won after

course. Who would be able to beat

while

was a set of jewelry? There were more beautiful things

bid-patience is key in fishing. If you cast all

Sadie was feeling proud, ready to outbid me on

to 60% percent above market

half an hour, Sadie had spent

effort to suppress a smile. It was getting

already spent a

dresses

on offer today were from the most prestigious fashion houses, featuring precious gems

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worth more than 30 million, and the entire ensemble would easily be

from high society, mistresses, and young beauties all

like that would be a

wasn't interested in such extravagant gowns, though. Dhe fabric was

fuss.

I pretended to be excited, squeezing Carter's hand, Carter, I love this one. Can

"Sure."

shot me a surprised look, clearly not expecting such closeness between me and another man. Sadie shot a glare at him, immediately clinging to his arm. "Ashley,

competition wasn't just about a few million dollars-it was escalating

his paddle first, but Carter, calm and steady, followed

million,

exceeded the item's worth-there was no real

watched Carter's unflinching expression as though he truly

to win it