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Chapter Ten

Author: Dvyn rite
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A Game of Power

Valenticia's Pov:

The instant we locked eyes, it seemed to me like the surrounding crowd had disappeared. An odd tension hung in the air between us. But as quickly as our eyes met, he turned away, ending the moment.

I blinked, shaking off the moment and returning to the auction.

The auctioneer continued to announce bids, his voice filling the room. One after another, luxurious items were auctioned off — rare paintings, and exclusive jewelry, signed by historical figures.

Then one item caught my attention.

A diamond-encrusted watch.

Not just any watch — it was a one-of-a-kind rose gold Virtuoso, decorated with flawless diamonds and made by one of the world’s most renowned luxury watchmakers. Only three were made, making it a collector’s dream.

The item was unveiled and a murmur spread in the hall. Then the bidding began.

“Twenty million dollars.”

“Thirty million!”

“Fifty million.”

The numbers kept climbing.

I laughed as the elites of society clawed over it. A marker of
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