What She Overheard in Her Own Marriage novel Chapter 99

"Director Kendrick bids one million."

"Mr. Wallace bids 1.1 million."

The auctioneer's voice boomed through the room as the bidding war quickly pushed the price to 1.7 million.

"Three million."

Suddenly, Dexter, Finnian's assistant, raised his paddle.

"Wow! Three million! Mr. Sanders is truly generous in his support of medical history!"

"Do we have any other bids? Anyone willing to top three million?" the auctioneer asked excitedly.

Miles glanced at Kaia, who was frowning deeply.

"Three and a half million," Miles said, raising his paddle again.

Across the room, Finnian and Noelle both turned to look at them. No one else countered, and the antique chest and texts went to Miles.

The auction wrapped up about forty minutes later, transitioning into an open cocktail hour.

Noelle suddenly walked over. "Kaia, why was Miles so desperate to get that old chest? I asked Finnian to buy it for you, but we didn't even get the chance."

Miles froze, shooting a look at Kaia.

"Really?" Kaia replied coldly. "Am I supposed to thank you for that?"

Noelle acted completely immune to Kaia's icy tone. She smiled brightly. "I know you better than anyone. You're obsessed with old medical texts. The second I saw those books, I knew you'd love them. Oh well, since Miles bought it, I'm sure he'll just give it to you anyway. The result is the same, so no need for thanks!"

Just as Kaia was trying to figure out how to shut down the conversation, an investor walked up to her with a genuine smile. "Dr. Chavez, do you have a minute? I'd love to talk to you about the new sedative formula you're working on."

Kaia immediately smiled and nodded. "Of course. Let's talk over here."

Miles gripped his wine glass and looked at Noelle. "Did you enjoy your little performance?"

Noelle smirked. "Obviously. Aren't you having fun, too?"

Miles's face hardened, looking like a man who had just been caught.

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