Eliana quickly covered her neck, coughing awkwardly.


    “Just a cold from yesterday.


    Nothing to worry about.


    ”


    Den chose not to probe further.


    He simply nodded and looked away.


    Eliana sat next to him, her hand cautiously retreating, her eyes inadvertently drifting to Alick.


    Den too turned his gaze to the front row.


    And so, the banquet began.


    The room’s lights dimmed, casting the auction stage in a bright glow.


    Mia Jewelry’s chairperson was deeply involved, personally detailing each showcased piece.


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    Though Hannah looked unimpressed, clearly disengaged from the exhibit.


    Noticing her disinterest, Bryson leaned in and whispered, “Should we leave early if you’re not feeling well?”


    “No.


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    Despite her indifference to the other pieces, she had her sights set on one particr item.


    It was the ‘Love of Mona’.


    “Finally, we present thest ne, the ‘Love of Mona’, a symbol of evesting love! Comprising 108 D-ss white diamonds, each of identical grade and cut! Centered by a grand ruby, representing love, known as Mona’s Tear! Bidding starts at 80 million!”


    The opening price was set, and a cacophony of bids immediately filled the hall.


    “100 million!”


    “102 million!”


    “105 million!”


    From the back of the room, Den lifted his paddle with an air of confidence.


    “110 million!”


    The bidding escted, showing no sign of slowing.


    That was, until a voice from the front called out, “200 million!”


    Den looked conflicted, hesitating with his paddle for a ne with a 200 million price tag.


    Having made a public disy of affection the day before, he couldn’t back down without losing face.


    With a strained look, Den hoisted his paddle.


    “201 million.


    ”