Sienna“$100,000.” Lucian said from the back of the hall. The air was tense and thick, as if charged with an impending storm. The silence followed was sharp and brittle, the slightest sound would cause the storm to crash. The chandeliers light flickered, casting shadows over everyone’s uneasy and stiff faces. No one moved for a whole minute as this moment seemed fragile, being dominated by both the Moretti and Deluca heirs. Adrian’s hands clenched, he swore under his breath before yelling. “$150,000.” My eyes widened. That’s a lot of money. Before I could have said anything Lucian yelled back, “$200,000.” Adrian tensed beside me before bidding $250,000. I thought that was the end of it but then I heard, “$400,000.” Hell, that guy is crazy. I held onto Adrian’s shoulder and whispered to him before he could bid again, “Let it go Adrian I don’t want that painting anymore.” He gave me a side eye, “You’re acting as if I’m poor, I can buy 10 of
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