Nyla hadn't expected Damon to force Rebecca to marry Nathaniel.

"After everything she put you through, you don't want to get back at her?" Valarie asked.

If it were five years ago, Nyla might have sought revenge.

Since having Mason, her only goal had been to work hard and provide a happy, carefree life for him. Other matters simply didn't hold the same significance anymore.

"Didn't you say she married Nathaniel and suffers frequent abuse? That sounds like retribution to me," Nyla replied.

Valarie pouted and scoffed. "You might be able to let it go, but I can't. She's been hiding for years, so I haven't had a chance to deal with her. Now that she's finally out in public, I definitely have to teach her a lesson." Nyla frowned. "Valarie, I know you're trying to stand up for me, but it's not worth it. You said she's with that Mr. Nuttall, right? Don't go offending others because of me."

"Don't worry. I know what I'm doing," Valarie assured her.

Realizing that Valarie wouldn't listen, Nyla could only sigh helplessly.

Soon, the auction began.

Nyla wasn't interested in the jewelry anymore. She rested her chin in her hand and watched casually. In contrast, Valarie was fully engaged, frequently raising her paddle to bid.

auction started, Rebecca noticed them. When she saw Nyla, her face darkened, and she dug her fingers into her palm, glaring at her

her?"

quickly looked away and said

eyebrow but didn't press

the auction continued, Rebecca noticed that Valarie had won

to Orlando's arm,

ahead and

so he was willing to spend some money to make her happy. "Thank you, Mr. Nuttall," Rebecca said

Orlando's heart, and he playfully pinched her

Rebecca deliberately raised the price, causing

Valarie remained calm, smiling

started bidding on a set valued

raised the price

dollars." Rebecca raised her paddle at Valarie's provocative glance, calling,

had been pursuing this particular set from the start, clearly indicating

her bid, the

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