Family on Their Knees Heart Turned to Ice novel Chapter 657

The first few items went to other bidders, as Lillian felt no interest in them.

Then, a set of imperial green jade jewelry came up. She noted its impressive quality and raised her paddle.

However, right after her bid added a million to the price, she saw another paddle go up in the front row.

The auctioneer’s voice rang out, “A million-dollar raise from Miss Ward. Do I have any other bids?”

Miss Ward?

It couldn’t be that much of a coincidence. Was it Bella?

Lillian peered toward the front and saw a couple whose silhouettes looked strikingly familiar.

She couldn’t believe she’d run into that wretched pair even at an auction.

Then again, she’d heard their wedding was approaching.

It was only natural for them to be out shopping for jewelry.

She had to admit, though, Bella had a good eye, especially for the expensive pieces.

The starting price for the jade set was already eight million dollars.

After several rounds of bidding, the price had climbed to fifteen million.

Lillian felt that was a reasonable ceiling and placed her bid, only to have Bella counter it immediately.

It seemed this was the price point Bella had been waiting for.

When Lillian had bid, the auctioneer didn't know who she was. She wasn't in her assigned seat and wasn't a regular, so he only acknowledged her paddle number.

With no name announced, Bella hadn't taken any notice of Lillian.

Sitting with Sebastian, she hadn’t even bothered to glance back. After Sebastian had agreed to come, she had contacted the organizers, and the mere mention of his name had secured them VIP seats in the front.

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