The Beginning Of All Sins

Linda spoke with Naomi, who then looked over at Tyler.

Olivia sat quietly, almost hidden in the shadows.

After about five minutes, the lights in the venue brightened up. Everyone settled into their seats.

Naomi turned her gaze away as she waited for the emcee to step onto the stage.

The items for the auction were placed on stage. The emcee, dressed in a stunning green gown, started the event gracefully.

if they were the center of attention. It made her feel like she was looking down on everyone from the top of a

position and thought Naomi was fortunate. Who wouldn't want to experience the thrill of being in the spotlight with the most influential people around, especially sitting next to someone as

in this position? However, she knew she was just Naomi's replacement and a tool

to the emcee; her mind

stage intently, appearing

the emcee started presenting a few auction items that didn't get much interest, so the

announced, "I know everyone has been waiting for this. It's our most anticipated item-the symbol of enduring love and devotion, promising to love only

member rolled a glass case onto the stage, and inside it was a gold locket gleaming under the lights. The word "forever" was engraved on

soon as it was revealed, everyone's attention was captured, their eyes fixed on the locket. The emcee announced, "We'll start the bidding at 200,000 dollars. Get ready with your bidder cards." Olivia turned

going once. Any

bids kept coming. "I see