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.

was Leah who had dug this pit for herself. She mused briefly—could Leah’s finances

Nate caught the mischievous glint in Corrine’s

an expectant glance in Corrine’s direction,

set her paddle down, lifted her coffee mug with effortless

twice. Four million—sold!” The gavel fell

her eyes. She basked in

necklace featuring forty-three flawless beads, held together

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rippled through the audience as jewelry enthusiasts eagerly raised

eye for fine pieces like this. If I win, I’ll gift it

hand. “It’s the thought that counts. You don’t have to

was gentle but firm. “Your family is my family now. I want to show them