Chapter: 212

Anger blazed in Kathy's eyes. Meanwhile, Jordy's hand had made its way under her dress, his touch bold and unyielding. Yet Kathy remained passive, consumed by the thought of her brother's willingness to spend over ten million for Madeline's adornment. Why?

Derek had toiled tirelessly to earn money. Why then, would he lavish such an exorbitant sum on Madeline's fancy?

Sean was caught off guard by Derek's persistence in the bidding war.

To him, eighteen million was mere pocket change. However, for Derek, such an amount likely constituted a large chunk of his family's assets.

"20 million." Sean laughed lightly and continued to escalate the bid confidently.

Norah was taken aback by Sean's serious interest in the diamond brooch. She pondered whom he intended to gift it to.

The new price made Derek wince. Dropping twenty million on a piece of decorative jewelry was beyond his means. He fell silent, purposely avoiding Madeline's probing eyes.

"20 million, going once..."

With the auctioneer's hammer coming down, Sean secured ownership of the diamond brooch.

Norah, supporting her face with her right hand, gazed at Sean intently. Sean exuded an elegance unique to the well-bred. With his looks rivaling those of leading actors, he was the dream of many women in Glophia. What type of woman would catch the eye of such an illustrious man?

Feeling Norah's stare, Sean turned toward her and slightly raised his eyebrows, offering her a mesmerizing smile.

Norah's heart raced. Oh my God! He was breathtakingly handsome!

Not backing down, Norah met his gaze and smiled back, just as charmingly. She noticed his ears turn red and her eyes sparkled with a playful smile. “Come on. Don't think you're the only charmer here," she thought to herself.

Sean lowered his gaze. "Norah, why are you looking at me like that? Is there something you want me to get for you?"

Kason chimed in immediately, “Norah, just say what you want, and it's yours!"

Kason's words implied if Norah desired, he was ready to lavish tens of millions on her.

Norah rubbed her forehead. “Enough from both of you. I'm not interested in buying anything. Plus, I've got my own money and can afford whatever I need!" She was far wealthier than they imagined.

Bryson picked up on the odd atmosphere between the trio, his expression turning curious. It looked like Norah's life had taken some interesting turns post-divorce. There was clearly some friction between Sean and Kason. His eyes lit up with intrigue, though no one seemed to notice.

With the auction concluded, Norah and Kason left empty-handed. Bryson acquired a painting and an ancient dagger, while Sean secured a diamond brooch and a pink crystal as big as a dove's egg, items typically adored by women.

When Sean bid on the pink crystal, Norah assumed the diamond brooch was meant for his mother and the crystal for his sister.

The guests gradually exited the auditorium. Many wanted to approach Kason and Bryson in the first row but were held back by their staff and security.

Sean stood up and said to Norah and others, “How about we all grab lunch together?"

Bryson nodded happily. "Okay."

Kason turned to Norah, seeking her opinion. "What about you, Norah?"