The atmosphere of the auction began to shift. What had started as a glamorous evening filled with light laughter and expensive wine turned suddenly silent as one of the night's main art pieces was unveiled. A spotlight beamed onto the stage, and the presenter began the bidding at a high starting price.

In the front row, Evelyn sat composedly beside William. Her gaze was sharp, occasionally jotting notes, whispering small remarks to William. Her calm presence, however, became a thorn in the eyes of one person.

Selena.

She watched Evelyn with a smile that never quite reached her eyes. Amidst the camera flashes and socialite applause, Selena stood with feigned...