New beginning: Billionaire love story

Chapter 37

Chapter 37 It's mine

"I know you are making that up,

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led, "Whatever floats your boat, Lisa."

Claire stared at Lisa amused and since she didn't care what Lisa think, Claire chuckled.

Alex, who had been listening quietly, was stunned by Claire's sudden display of knowledge about cars. He knew firsthand that Claire wasn't particularly interested in automobiles, making her expertise in this moment all the more surprising.

A flicker of admiration crossed Alex's features as he watched Claire confidently discuss the features of the car. He couldn't deny that seeing her in this light, knowledgeable and assertive, was undeniably attractive to him.

On the other hand, Lisa stood there unable to believe what she was hearing. Claire, who she had always underestimated in matters outside of fashion and luxury, was proving her wrong once again. It irritated Lisa to no end, and a wave of frustration washed over her, making her want to lash out.

The auction manager, brimming with excitement, approached Claire with a smile.

"Miss, I heard you talking about cars earlier. Are you

you interested in our vintage car up for auction?"

Claire returned the smile, nodding. "Yes, I am. I've always had a passion for classic cars."

Claire's eyes briefly flicked towards Alex, a hint of irritation evident in her gaze, she walked away with Matthe and the manager as he give Claire a tour.

Meanwhile, Lisa, still simmering with frustration after witnessing Claire's confident demeanor, balled her hand into a fist. She couldn't believe her bad luck at encountering Claire once again, especially in such a high-profile setting.

Turning to Alex, Lisa began to vent her distress. "Can you believe it? Of all places, Claire shows up here!"

Alex, however, was lost in his own thoughts. Despite Lisa's rant, his mind kept drifting back to Claire, her presence suddenly striking him as attractive in a way he hadn't noticed before.

Lisa waved her hand in front of Alex, trying to regain his attention. "Alex, are you even listening?"

Startled, Alex snapped out of his reverie. "Sorry, Lisa. I was just... thinking."

distraction, Lisa crossed her

arms and huffed. "Eine, I'm going to look around. Maybe I'll

I could

walked away, leaving Alex. He watched her go, but his gaze unconsciously drifted back to Claire, who was engrossed in conversation with the auction manager near the vintage car

clear his thoughts, Alex reminded himself that Claire might simply have memorized details about the car, explaining her knowledge earlier. He tried to focus on the upcoming auction, pushing aside any

you for joining us tonight. We have some exquisite items

eyes sparkling with anticipation. She couldn't wait to participate in the bidding for the vintage car, her excitement

room filled with hushed

stunning Aston Martin Lagonda, a true gem for any collector," the host declared, his words. met with eager murmurs from the audience. "We'll start the bidding at £48,599. Do I hear any takers?" The first bidder wasted no time, raising their paddle confidently. "£50,000," they called out, setting the tone for the

was about to unfold.

the stakes. "£55,000,"

the bids climb. "We have £60,000

fell into a momentary hush, the tension palpable as potential buyers weighed their

the host announced, scanning the room

and the host

"Sold to bidder number 54

host announced the bidding for the Porsche 911 Carrera from 1987, a

bidding commenced swiftly, with the first bidder

"£50,000."

"£55,000.

waiting for the

"£62,000."

"£65.500.

have £65,500 on the table. Any

sensed it was time to make her move. With a

the room heightened as

the host declared, "Going twice at £70,000,

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the Porsche 911 Carrera she had set her sights on. Matthew, who was seated beside Claire, leaned in and

Matthew. I've had my eye on that car for a

anticipation as the auction for the Ferrari

excitedly; their eyes fixed on the sleek red beauty that was rarely seen on the market. Among them, Claire's

the Ferrari F40, a