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

glint in Corrine’s

in Corrine’s direction, waiting to see if she would

down, lifted her coffee mug

twice. Four million—sold!” The gavel fell

her eyes. She basked in

jade necklace featuring forty-three flawless

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of interest rippled through the audience as jewelry enthusiasts eagerly raised their paddles. Corrine and Leah were among

turning to Bruce, explained sweetly, “Your mother has always had an eye for fine pieces like this. If I win, I’ll gift it to

thought that counts. You don’t have to spend so

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