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Chapter 29

The auction house sparkled with old money and new ambitions. Crystal chandeliers cast rainbow shadows over silk gowns and diamond necklaces as the city's elite gathered to bid on priceless treasures. Mona entered on Alexander's arm, her midnight blue Dior dress making other women's designer wear look common in comparison.

"Darling," Alexander murmured as heads turned to watch their entrance, "you're causing quite a stir."

She was. Her presence commanded attention now - not the desperate need for approval she'd once shown, but pure, confident power. The diamond choker at her throat cost more than most people's homes.

Then she saw them.

Samuel and Lora stood near a glass case containing the auction's prize piece - an antique music box once owned by European royalty. The same piece Mona had mentioned wanting last week at a charity gala.

"Well, well," Lora's voice carried deliberately. "Look who's here to play at being cultured."

Alexander's hand tightened on Mona's waist, but
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