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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.

open disdain and mockery. Her expression made Emma wish

Emma. Then, as if trying to stir up trouble, she kindly advised, “But seriously, Ms. Holland, you need to improve your taste. With your eye for things, Ericko won’t appreciate what

red, feeling her deepest insecurities being

sincere look, as if offering friendly

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I advise you not to go too far,” Beth warned, pulling Emma to her side and giving

Maggie asked, smiling.

you angry? Are you upset? But what can you do when Nathael has already chosen me

smile was both mocking and

woman before. Normally composed, she now felt her anger rising.

said with a dark look and left with Emma

stood in place, watching them

was wearing red nail polish, finished her champagne with a

said slowly, “A dog

that, Maggie called Leo. “Leo, there’s been a change of plans. I

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

the piano teacher Leo had introduced to her. Over the years, he had taught her and shared with her his knowledge

for grabs at this auction. Despite not being an original manuscript, it could be said to

was traced on the paper beneath his real manuscript that carried

imprints, coupled with occasional ink seepage, were meticulously replicated by someone, giving it

Torvalan’s genuine manuscript, which had been lost for years, this replicated version that involved

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

the Victorian period. She intended to buy it and give it to Kevin

reaction Maggie felt that if Beth caught wind of her plans, she would definitely try to thwart

submit for auction this time?”

porcelain vase, Mia replied. Sensing Maggie’s gaze, she shivered

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do I have a feeling that Maggie’s up