A Bride’s Revenge: No Longer The Back Up Novel

Chapter 109 Ariana glanced at the diamond necklace displayed on the stage and frowned .

The necklace once worn by the Queen of Eaton ? She remembered this necklace vividly .

In her past life , Evelyn had adored it , and Brian had gone to great lengths to secure it for her at the auction .

It had become a heated bidding war when Victor , smitten with Evelyn at first sight , had joined the fray , driving the price sky high .

But why was Victor suddenly bringing up this necklace now Actually the necklace is not particularly special , Victor sad nonchalantly .

But it caught my eye .

The starting bid is ten million .

No matter how high the price goes , I want you to win it .

Arianas expression darkened upon hearing his words .

Win it at any price ? With her current financial situation , ten million was a daunting figure .

Was Victor deliberately testing her limits ? Whats wrong ? You cant do it ? Victor asked , his voice tinged with amusement .

If you cant , Im sure we can find alternative ways for you to repay me .

A shiver ran down Arianas spine at the implicit threat in his tone .

She had always known Victor was a dangerous man .

But now that she had caught his attention , if she backed down , all her efforts to secure his favor would have been for nothing .

Fine .

Ill do it .

Ariana said .

Spending some money for your help doesnt seem like a bad deal to me .

Victors raised an eyebrow upon hearing Arianas words .

This woman was far more entertaining than Evelyn .

The charity auction began shortly after , with the diamond necklace as the first item up for bid .

Its starting price was set at ten million .

Still smarting from the earlier altercation , Brian sought to restore Evelyns dignity .

He gestured for Emily to raise the paddle .

15 million ! Calling once ! 17 million ! 18 million ! 20 million ! 201 The bids escalated rapidly .

Ariana , maintaining her composure , raised her paddle .

25 million .

The bold five million jump stunned the room into silence .

Brian frowned slightly .

Emily hesitated and glanced at him .

Mr.

Lodge , should we continue ? Continue , Brian said curtly , and Emily raised the paddle again .

30 million ! 30 million for a necklace was already an outrageous price .

The other bidders began withdrawing , as they sensed the growing tension .

Ariana , though her heart ached , kept her voice calm as she countered , 35 million ! 40 million ! Emily swiftly responded on behalf of Brian .

Chapter 109 +25 BONUS By now , Ariana was reaching her limit .

Victor , sitting next to her , seemed amused , clearly enjoying the spectacle .

50 million ! Ariana called , raising the bid by 10 million in one go .

The foo erupted in murmurs .

Mr.

Lodge , should we … 60 million ! Brian cut Emily off without hesitation .

It was clear now that Brian was determined to outbid her .

Fine .

Lets see who gets through this till the end , Ariana thought .

Million , Ariana called .

Gaps rippled through the audience .

The necklace might be an antique , but 80 million for this necklace was pure insanity .

Emily couldnt hold back any longer .

Mr.

Lodge , this necklace really isnt worth that much .

Perhaps we should let it go and choose another gift for Ms.

Granger .