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Chapter 548

Author: Marion Ewe
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Damon smiled beneath the mask, his eyes teasing as he glanced at her. "What's wrong? Are you worried about your husband's money?"

Husband? Legally, her husband was Sebastian.

Celeste didn't bother to argue with him. "I almost forgot. The Bishops resemble a money-printing machine. You can afford whatever you desire. Throwing a few billion around is no problem for you."

She didn't know why he was interested in this necklace set. She felt it was fine. Although she liked it, it was unnecessary to spend several times the expected price to buy it.

The other party didn't bid again.

"30 million once."

"30 million twice."

"30 million thrice."

"Sold! Congratulations to Mr. Bishop for becoming the owner of Princess Danielle's Swan Lake Suite!"

The auctioneer's voice sounded. It was a done deal. Celeste looked at Damon with a hint of sympathy.

She never expected him to be an easy touch. Was he a fan of Princess Danielle? How could he, who appeared to prefer a graceful woman, be so infatu
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