Chapter 40


Chapter 40:

Daniela’s gown from Elite Lux quickly became the center of whispered awe among the socialites. Without intending to, she had turned into a living showcase for Elite Lux.

As the auction unfolded, Joyce, driven by a need to assert her presence, enthusiastically lifted her bidding paddle time and again. She was clearly in no position to fund anything herself—most of the money came from Caiden’s pockets.

Daniela gazed at the stage, her expression one of detached disinterest, while Lillian seethed next to her.

“This is an outrage! That money was your mother’s. She was the cornerstone of the Harper family’s company. And now, this woman has the audacity to squander it? Daniela, how can you remain so composed? I’m livid!”

Years ago, Caiden had used his charm and striking good looks to win over Daniela’s mother, a billionaire heiress. Despite her vast wealth and strong personality, she had fallen hopelessly in love with him, her judgment clouded by affection. Her love for Caiden was fervent, yet she maintained her iron will, compelling him to adopt the role of a docile spouse while he quietly nurtured his bitterness.

obedient husband changed overnight, parading around as if he owned the world, reveling in his emancipation and shamelessly flaunting his elevated status. He had discarded his earlier facade of servility and flattery towards Daniela’s mother. It seemed he had even convinced himself of his fabricated narrative—that he was the sole architect behind the

distressed,” Daniela replied aloofly, fidgeting absentmindedly

chose to marry Caiden, he rightfully inherited a portion of her fortune. Whatever he does with it is

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to its allure. She effortlessly generated

The auction progressed smoothly.

tiger was presented, Lillian’s eyes sparkled with excitement. She turned to Daniela, her expression filled with earnest hope, imploring her to purchase the striking

a fortune in the billions. Money wasn’t an issue for her; she simply wanted Daniela

ever eager to keep her people happy, found joy in moments like these. Owning the auction house herself,

flourish, Daniela lifted her paddle

Joyce, spotting Daniela’s bid, quickly raised her paddle too, eager for the

tiger escalated from eight million to fifteen

as she tried to stay within the constraints of the budget Caiden had set

her every

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