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Chapter 178 Love Could Change

Two evenings later, as the Cameron family’s troubles stirred gossip, an auction unfolded in an Aquapolis- auction house.

Maggie and Mia arrived and briefly surveyed the auction items.

Since the event hadn’t officially begun, all items were presented in transparent cases with professional lighting and secured locks.

Maggie and Mia walked around the hall. After confirming that the auction had the music score and vintage fan Maggie desired, they aimed to secure seats with better views.

However, after taking just a few steps, they encountered a familiar face.

Beth, donned in a pink asymmetrical dress and holding a wine glass, directed someone while glancing around the display cases.

Upon spotting Maggie, Beth’s demeanor cooled a notch.

In that moment, Emma rushed over. “Beth, I spotted a pen I think Ericko would like. Please reserve it for

me.”

Beth remained silent initially, and Emma realized her blunder upon following Beth’s gaze to Maggie and Mia.

“Oh, look. The Camerons‘ princess has graced us with her presence amidst their difficulties. I wonder if the Camerons will ever repay their debts,” Emma quipped, her sarcasm evident.

She had shoulder–length hair, which made her look chic.

Maggie smirked and retorted, “Ms. Holland, you seem to worry a lot despite your young age. No wonder you appear more mature than our peers.”

With that remark, Emma’s ire flared. “Maggie, you’re just a foster daughter of the Camerons. They’re on the verge of bankrupt, yet you still have the audacity to say such things here?”

Unperturbed, Maggie met Emma’s gaze with a slight smile. “Even if the Camerons are facing problems, it’s still better than the Hollands, who’ve been reduced to begging these past few years. Do you think the Hollands have made a comeback? Or do you believe that being a trophy wife, with your achievements merely bought with money, secures your future?”

Emma seethed with anger at Maggie’s words and nearly lost her composure as she trembled with fury.

her eyes filled with open disdain and mockery. Her expression made Emma wish she could rip her face

an eyebrow, scrutinizing Emma. Then, as if trying to stir up trouble, she kindly advised, “But seriously, Ms.

before turning red, feeling

a sincere look, as

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Adam, you’re sharp–tongued, and you even brought a good helper. But I advise you not to go too far,” Beth warned, pulling Emma to

asked, smiling.

pause, she continued, provocatively, “Ms. Bray, are you angry? Are you upset? But what can you do when Nathael has already chosen me over you? Isn’t that

was both

such a shameless woman before. Normally composed, she now felt her

a dark look and

and Mia stood in place, watching them leave.

finished her champagne with a bored expression.

said slowly, “A dog that barks doesn’t bite. Someone like Beth is

a change of plans. I

and knowing her, she’ll probably compete with me,”

Dunphy’s birthday was coming up. Kevin was the piano teacher Leo had introduced to her. Over the years, he had taught her and shared with her his knowledge generously. To Maggie, Kevin was

caught wind of a piano composition by the renowned pianist Torvalan that was up for grabs at this auction. Despite not being an original manuscript,

Torvalan, it was traced on the paper beneath his real manuscript that carried

with occasional ink seepage, were meticulously replicated by someone, giving it a semblance of authenticity.

had been lost for years, this replicated version that involved the tracing of his actual handwriting held significant

intended to bid on this sheet music as a gift for him. Additionally, she had crafted a personalized brooch to present to him.

from the Victorian period. She intended to buy it

Beth’s reaction Maggie felt that if Beth caught wind of her plans, she would definitely try to thwart them. So, she had to call Leo,

auction this time?” Maggie hung up and

Mia replied. Sensing Maggie’s gaze, she

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feeling that Maggie’s up to something