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Chapter 255
Chapter 255
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Deck and Jameson stood close by, teminiscing about the good old days when they met for poker nights, whiskey shots, and horseback riding They had formed a bond close enough to call each other good baddies
Jameson” Derick said with an undertone, our kids issues shouldnt affect our friendship, right? Let’s grabs a beer sometime
Jameson, known for his gentle demeanor and aversion to confrontation, replied softly, “Sure, you just pick the time. Howard’s running the family business now, so I’ve got much time on my hands.”
A glint of opportunity flickered in Demck’s eyes. “You know our families could have might not even be fond of Gwendolyn A man’s pride can lead to reckless decisions.
Jameson dodged a direct response, his wonts noncommittal.
y mariage Superstitions aside, Howard
“Remember that agreement you signed for Howard ten years ago, Jameson? Dont forget it,” Derrick said with a smile that didn’t quite
Jameson tensed up, incredulous.
“Jameson, don’t resent me for that. My daughter Selina is obsessed with your son Howard, and I had no choice. The agreement was notanzed, and you signed it happily”
Demck reminded him of it hoping Jameson could stand out and talk Howard into divorcing Gwendolyn
“That’s all in the past he muttered, wiping his face. He had been cajoled into signing it
The rest of the fa
was unaware of the agreement and took it as a joke. Little did they know Derrick would bring it up so suddenly
“The kept it safe all these years. Derick stated, his tone carrying an implicit threat
Jameson felt his world spin, his mind a blur.
Suddenly, the auction hall erupted into commotion.
On stage stood Brenda a vision of grace, a B–list celebnty from Tinseltown. With a delicate hand, she gripped the microphone and coord. Tm auctioning myself off”
“Everything, including me” She flipped her hair seductively, her gaze bewitching.
Brenda was petite and pretty, but what turned heads was her clash of fashion with Gwendolyn
She donned a designer dress by Iryna, titled Urban Elegance, her hair pinned up in a chic bun that mirrored Gwendolyn’s style.
The crowd sneaked glances at Gwendolyn to see her reaction
George, Ryan’s boisterous distant uncle, patted his belly and laughed heartily. “That tight dress is quite the showstopper! I do enjoy al slut with such bold flair! From behind. I almost mistook her for Mrs.
Chadwick!”
He seemed oblivious to the tension in the air as he continued, “For that dress, I’d bid for a night with the beauty, though all women are the same in the dark?
His words camed a sting of humiliation
And yet, one could not stoop to argue with someone like George without lowering himself,
Selina slyly smirked, fully aware of the gravitas the elite placed on reputation.
George was crass, speaking without regard for propriety.
Buying a dress to embarrass Gwendolyn seemed a worthy investment to him.
“You” Jeannie couldn’t sit still, but Roseling held her back.
you fuss, the more you embarrass your sister–in–law. It would have slid with a shrug, but now it could become the
“Sit down. The more y
talk of the town.”
“But he’s insulting her
“Your brother won’t just sit back and do nothing.” Roselind comforted her, patting her reassuringly on the shoulder. “Just wait and
Meanwhile, George brazenly bid a single dollar.
“I’m a simple man with a love for beauty. If no one else bids, fil start us off. At Luxe Legacy Auctions, bidding always started at one dollar, allowing for the whims of the bidders
Gwendolyn’s pretty face turned icy. This belongs © NôvelDra/ma.Org.
Selina feigned concern. “Gwendolyn, don’t take it to heart. Uncle George wasn’t calling you that ”
“Ugh” Valor shifted his chair closer, clutching his chest as he pretended to retch. I’m so sorry, but I’m getting to throw up whenever hear a bitch speak Ms. Hamilton, I’m not suggesting you’re one of those,”