NovelEnglishChapter 315: Rebeccas eyes sparkled with excitement at the mention of the parkour competition.
She gently nudged Allisons back.
Thinking about it? Rebecca knew well that deep down, Allison had a secret passion for this kind of thrill. Allison didnt bother glancing back; instead, she flashed a quick thumbs-up.
Yeah, if I can squeeze it in, III definitely check it out.
Right now, her focus was glued to the auction.
As the next item cinto view, a slight furrow formed between Allisons brows.
It was a jade lotus pendant.
The design tugged at her memory, as if it had danced across her mind before, though she couldnt quite place it.
Regardless, it caught her eye.
Once the auctioneer presented the piece, he immediately announced, The starting bid for the Jade Blossom Pendant is three hundred and sixty thousand dollars.
Its unique charm stirred quite a buzz, and soon the price climbed to seven hundred thousand.
With a calm hand, Allison raised her paddle.
Seven hundred and seventy thousand.
Kellan turned his gaze toward her.
You really like it, huh? Its pretty enough, I suppose.
Hardly had the words left her mouth when Kellan raised his paddle, too.
Eight hundred and fifty thousand.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtAllison found herself momentarily speechless, confusion washing over her.
She rarely met Kellans gaze directly, but now she couldnt shake the question of what prompted him to act so ridiculously.
Kellan had just tacked on an extra eighty thousand to her bidwas he genuinely trying to outbid her? Before she could gather her thoughts, Kellan added, I promised you before.
If something catches your eye, III handle it.
No need for you to shell out a single penny.
Because they were so close, his voice naturally sounded low and deep.
That deep voice, which lingered in Allisons ear, was both tempting and magnetic.
Just three hours earlier, in the intimacy of their bed, Kellan had teased her with that smagnetic voice, whispering sweet nothings that melted her resolve.
In those heated moments, he would instinctively pull her closer, murmuring, Allison.
Such a simple name, yet it dripped with irresistible temptation when spoken by him.
But before the weight of Kellans words settled in, Floyd appeared in the opposite audience seat, raising his paddle.
One million.
Not to be left out, Gordon jumped in as well.
One million and five hundred thousand.
After placing his bid, he shot a cheeky wink at Allison.
Colton, seated in the back row, watched this all unfold, fists clenched so tightly that his knuckles turned pale. Melany, entwining her fingers with his, casually observed, Looks like theres no shortage of admirers for Allison. Its funny; I never realized she had this charm before.
Jealousy brewed within her.
How was it that Allison, a girl from the countryside, always seemed to be one step ahead? Melany seethed inwardly.
Coltons gaze darkened.
From his vantage point next to Gordon, he could see him clearlyyoung and brimming with vitality.
More significantly, that clingy demeanor was simply irresistible to many women.
Colton couldnt shake the sensation that he was being played for a fool.
After three years of marriage, Colton had been blind to how truly alluring Allison wascaptivating enough to draw bids from three men.
Perhaps it was because he was sitting so close to Gordon, but as Colton and Melany whispered, he overheard them.
The young man with the wolf-tail haircut smirked.
Mr.
Stevens, letoffer a little advice.
If you stir the pot any further, it wont just end with a simple scuffle.
Colton forced a smile.
Oh? Is that a threat in public, Mr.
Herbert? And what if it is? Gordons grin oozed menace.
The mere thought that this fool had married Allison, and now Gordon was tearing him apart, caused Coltons blood to boil.
Dont pushto ruin my good mood with action.
An uncomfortable silence descended.
Gordons arrogance was palpable.
He treated everyone around him with indifference.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmThat sfearless spirit briefly reminded Colton of Allison on the yacht, and it sent a shiver down his spine.
Melany, sensing the brewing tension, swiftly tried to defuse the situation.
Colton, let it go.
She had no desire to provoke Gordon.
Moreover, Melany knew when to bend and when to hold her ground.
She quickly apologized, Sorry, Mr.
Herbert.
We didnt mean to disturb you.
Well move along and wont interrupt any longer.
As she spoke, she shot Colton a pointed look.
After all, a bit of patience could stave off bigger problems.
Colton understood.
He swallowed his swirling emotions.
Lets go.
With a blank stare, he took Melanys hand and led her away.
If he couldnt handle this e now, troublemaker for now, heḍ simply steer clear of Gordon altogether.
Only when they were far from Gordons gaze did Melany, finally exhale inreller. Colton, were here for a purpose.
No need to get tangled up with spoiled brats like him.
What Melany really thought, though, was that if Colton lost his cool and they were kicked out of the auction, du how would they ever acquire the badge?.
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