The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 816:

The guests exchanged amused glances, their expressions filled with intrigue.

As soon as Leah placed her bid, a hush fell over the hall.

The auctioneer, adhering to protocol, announced, “The current bid stands at four million. Does anyone wish to go higher?” Once again, silence enveloped the room.

“Four million, going once.”

Corrine had no particular attachment to the mirror. She already owned an exquisite ivory one from an era renowned for its craftsmanship, its surface adorned with rose motifs. The auctioned mirror would have made a fine companion piece—but that wasn’t what intrigued her now. Watching Leah’s determination to outmaneuver her, Corrine’s interest shifted like a seasoned chess player drawn to the thrill of a well-laid trap. The satisfaction was never in the capture, but in the pursuit.

And now, she had led Leah straight into bidding four million.

Corrine savored the moment.

dug this pit for herself. She

caught the mischievous glint in Corrine’s eyes and

an expectant glance in Corrine’s direction, waiting to

she simply set her paddle down, lifted her coffee mug with

The gavel fell

satisfied smile curved Leah’s lips, pride gleaming in her eyes. She basked in her victory, oblivious to the fact that she was merely a

next item appeared—a jade necklace featuring forty-three

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jewelry enthusiasts eagerly raised their paddles. Corrine and Leah

mother has always had an eye for fine pieces like this. If I

hand. “It’s the thought that counts. You

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