Marrying A Secret Zillionaire: Happy Ever After Novel

Chapter 772: Linsey's gaze softened, but her voice was unsure. "Still, $10 million is no small-"

Before she could finish, a familiar voice cut in. "$15 million."

Linsey turned sharply. Collin stood with his paddle raised, eyes fixed on the piece on stage.

In his deep, steady gaze, she saw something stronger than Gorman's resolve-an unshakable determination. He wanted that piece badly. Linsey's breath caught. She didn't understand what Collin was thinking. But she wasn't the only one shocked.

"Mr. Riley is bidding too?"

"Of course! Aurora's design is one of a kind."

"But $15 million? That's steep!"

"Come on. When you love something, price doesn't matter! And it's not like Mr. Riley is short on cash."

"Wait… Isn't that Mr. Green next to Aurora? So, they really know each other?"

Meanwhile, Haven was in complete disbelief.

She never imagined Collin would bid on Aurora's piece-and personally, at that. His eagerness was crystal clear.

"Collin, you…" Haven began, unable to hold back.

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"$20 million," Gorman called out, raising his paddle once more.

The crowd was stunned silent.

Then Collin replied, cool and calm, "$30 million."

Gorman didn't flinch. "$40 million."

Linsey's brows pulled together. It wasn't about the artwork anymore. Now, it was about something else entirely-neither of them wanted to lose.

Linsey swiftly clasped Gorman's arm, her brow furrowed as she declared, "Gorman, I've already agreed to donate this piece for auction. I'm indifferent about who wins it, just as long as the proceeds benefit those in need."

Gorman's eyes locked with hers as he firmly said, "Linsey, I need to secure your award-winning creation."

His determination only deepened, especially knowing that Collin was also competing for it-he was adamant about not backing down.

At the auction, Collin hoisted his paddle once more, his authoritative voice echoing through the hall. "$50 million."

Haven seethed with frustration, puzzled by Collin's intense pursuit of the prize-winning piece crafted by Aurora. A perplexing thought suddenly crossed her mind.

Was it possible that he had taken a fancy to Aurora?

Confusion and astonishment washed over Haven.

She couldn't resist a sidelong glance at Linsey, jealousy and bitterness swelling within her.

Impossible! Aurora was always masked-what could possibly draw Collin to her?

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