chapter 1 The charity banquet

Chapter 1

Charity banquet

summerlovie.

I really love you Addison, I couldn't think straight because of Adeline, please, l-l---l'm sorry okay? Stay with me, please' A blonde man could be seen begging in an empty hallway. At the corner, stood a young Lady, watching the scene with her lips twisted in a sarcastic scowl, her arms crossed over her chest.

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"Nox, you really really hurt me you know? I--l felt stiff inside, Addison replied, making a weak attempt to escape from the hands of Nox , who was caging her in his Tight embrace.

I know, we'll start afresh please, Nox pleased.

Addy, where were you, I was looking for you all over the place, the woman from the corner emerged, startling both Nox and Addison.

Adeline, what are you doing here, I thought you went back to get your phone!, Addison hurriedly replied, immediately detaching herself from Nox.

Oh, I sent bella , you know I hate the smell of ho---

Okay, okay, let's get going, we might be late for the event, Addison cut off Adeline, attempting to drag her away.

Hold on, I got you this jacket, you seemed to be cold, Adeline said handing a coat to Addison, as she stared at Addison and Nox suggestively. Both their faces immediately turned guilty, as they both avoided Adelines gaze.

[1/3, 9:41 PM] summerlovie. Anyway, Mr swan, we're off, Adeline gave Nox, a slight nod, before exiting the hallway as Addison hurriedly followed after her.

***

King's palace hotel

Adeline stood at a corner, slowly sipping her wine, her eyes glued to the stage.

Ms winter, it's been so long, A young called out as he approached Adeline.

Albert, it's been long indeed, Adeline replied as they shared a friendly .

How've you been, I tried to contact you after I went to Russia but it seems you were off the grid, I was worried, Albert said with a frown.

Well, I just, you know, wandered around to clear my head. So, what are you doing in Seattlette?, Adeline replied, obviously trying to shift the topic.

Albert sighed at her behavior but decided to let her be, I'm here for my fiancé, I was just about leaving, I decided to take a look at the items auctioned.

Your fiance? You? Albert? Wow, you're getting married? I'm so ashamed, I was sure I would get married before you, Adeline exclaimed dramatically, mischievousness dancing in her eyes.

While we're on the topic? What about you, are you in a relationship? You're 28 already, you know?

"Quit the lecture Albert you're 32", Adeline retorted

It's not so bad for me, I'm a man , remember? Look, I know Alot of nice young men, totally your style, I can co------

Shit! Al? You're embarrassing me, enough of me, who's the miserable bride uhn? Adeline asked

It's f-------

Berr, the auction is starting come have a seat, a woman called out as she walked towards Albert, linking arms with him.

Al? Is this- is this, your fiance, Adeline questioned in a calm manner with a straight face, while her heart thumped widely against her rib cages.

Hm, this is my fiancé, Francine Jordan, Francine, my friend I always talk about, Adeline winter. Albert introduced.

We finally meet, Adeline,

I've heard alot, I mean alot , about you, Francine said with a polite smile on her face.

Francine Jordan? As in Jordan Jones, from the top

Families of Hampton? , I've heard alot about, truly, it's an honor to meet you, I knew Albert's preference would be no ordinary woman. This hotel belongs to you right? , Adeline responded, awe written on her stoic face

summerlovie.Hahaha, it's nice to know we both think highly of one another, Francine chuckled

It's nicer to know it's true, Adeline replied, a small smile finally, blooming on her face. In no time, she became as free as she was with Albert, with Francine.

Next up, we have the ying and yang necklace, worn by sir Benjamin Lee and his wife on their first day in Seattlette. It starts at the price of 14million dollars, going higher with 20 000dollars. The announcement of the auctioneer drew them out of their discussion, they had talked for so long, ignoring the past items auctioned..

Is that real? Who would donate such a rare item for a charity banquet? Adeline asked as she stared intently at the items.

It was me, I wanted to donate something, but I didn't have much valuables here, so I gave this, I don't know what came over me, when I gave it out, it isn't even mine, I feel so unsettled giving it out . Francine, had worry written all over her face.. it would seem so weird if I purchased my own item, wouldn't it? Francine gave out a queasy smile.

" Don't worry cherry, I'll get it back for you" Albert coaxed.

Let me, I seem to like it, I really do. Adeline chimmed in.

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The auction went on for 5 minutes, until a young wealthy heiress topped it off, to 20 million.

20 million

Going once

Twice

Anddddddd

Sol---

25 million, Adeline said raising the stakes. The young heiress immediately looked over, sizing Adeline with her eyes.

"30 million"

"40 million"

"45 million"

The young heiress immediately glared at Adeline replied with provocative smirk

"50 million"

70 million dollars, Adeline called out. Adeline, what are you doing, it's okay just let it go, Francine said as she giggled.

Just leave her be, we both know what she's thinking, Albert commented with a grin.

"75 000 000"

100 million"

All eyes immediately turned to Adeline with surprise.

100 million

Any more offers?

Going once

Twice

Anddddd

So--

"105 million", the heiress said through gritted teeth.

105, going once, twice, anddddddd, sold!!!

The auctioneer announced in joy, the auction went on peacefully and ended soon after.

Albert had bought a watch, so we all aheaded there to claim the item.

Adeline stood behind scrolling through Instagram when she heard her mother call out. Adeline, have you finally lost it, why would you do such a thing at my event? Katherine scolded.

Mom, think of it like this, I simply increased your sales didn't I? The event was successful wasn't it? Adeline replied, going back to her stoic expression.

You---

Ma'am, we're having a problem, a receptionist walked towards Katherine.

What is it?

Ms Liam, who purchased the yin and yang necklace, is requesting to pay in installments, her credit card had a limit of 50 million dollars only. The receptionist reported worriedly.

The heiress from earlier walked into the room, anger written all over her face.

Ms Liam, I'm sorry but you have to pay in full? Katherine appeased trying to get a hold of the heiress's hand .

Get away from me, don't you dare touch me. I'm not buying it anymore, if you come after me! I'm sure you know who my daddy is!

She screamed and stormed out of the room.

Madam what do we do, this would be a big loss wouldn't it?

[1/3, 10:42 PM] summerlovie .Katherine stormed over to Adeline who was on her phone, giving a tight slap right on the cheek!

You little b*tch, how dare you blow up my event with your little games, Katherine seethed in anger.

Katherine raised her hand intending to slap her again when Albert gripped her hands .

I advise you stop it here Mrs winter. Albert said as rage danced in his eyes.

Stop it Albert, Adeline said noticing Katherine whimpering in pain.

She walked up to the necklace, placing them in her purse.

Mom, I'm off, I sent the money into your account, I stuck with my original price,

Adeline shot a sweet smile before leaving with Francine and Albert.

As soon as they left, Katherine checked her phone, Adeline had sent her 25 000 000, staring at the digits, she felt her chest stifling as she boiled in anger.

THAT B*TCH!!

She screamed, clutched, her chest and fainted.

***

King's palace parking lot

Adeline, wait, wait! Albert ran after Adeline pulling her to stop. Finally they faced each other as Francine watched quietly behind them.

Do you still let your mother hit you? This still goes on? Albert asked in an eerily calm voice.

After being silent for a few minutes, Adeline pulled her hand away .

Al, let's talk some other time, Adeline left in her rolls Royce after saying this.