The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 158 The Tiara Of The Queen Of Orwall

"You silly child, save your money. As long as I'm here, you won't need to spend a single cent," Giselle chided Brenna as she quietly transferred a hefty sum into Brenna's account.

Brenna sighed to herself. When she had been part of the Barrett family, she had never had enough money, and she had barely made enough to cover basic living costs. But now, things were different. She didn't even have the chance to spend money.

Just when she thought she could finally splurge a little, Giselle transferred more money to her account.

"Mom, I have money," Brenna said. "You don't have to give me any."

Giselle threw her a side glance and said, "As long as I'm here, it's not your turn to spend."

They then stepped into a private room-Room 7.

Most buyers at this auction preferred to keep their identities hidden. Unlike traditional auction houses that held events in open halls, this one operated in a semi-enclosed space.

The auctioneer and items were in the center, surrounded by private rooms for buyers. Each room featured one -way glass, allowing occupants a clear view of the main hall. However, people outside couldn't see inside these rooms, guaranteeing total privacy for the buyers.

The private rooms were compact, barely five square meters, with just enough space for two seats facing the glass.

Brenna, who knew the place quite well, saw a rare emerald bracelet on the display stand. She immediately thought it would perfectly match her mother's refined style.

Since returning to the Harper family, she hadn't yet purchased any gifts for her parents. She wanted to use the three hundred million she had transferred to the auction house to buy her mother that bracelet.

In Room 16, Ethan sat beside Neville, both men waiting calmly as the auction was about to begin.

Neville said in a low voice, "Mr. Mitchell, I saw Viper downstairs with Miss Mendoza. They are also here to bid for the Orwall Queen's diamond tiara."

Ethan gave a slight nod, his brow knitting together. He remained silent, his sharp gaze locked onto the auctioneer and the empty platform at the hall's center.

"Go and add another two hundred million for me," Ethan instructed in a measured tone.

Neville instantly understood what Ethan meant. "Yes, sir. Viper's wealth is not to be taken lightly. He is also known for showering women with lavish gifts. He might go to extremes for Miss Mendoza."

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Chapter 158 The Tiara Of The Queen Of Orwall

He slipped out of the room after saying that.

A few minutes later, he returned just as the auction officially began. The first items

went quickly, each fetching a few million without much fanfare.

The sixth item was that exquisite emerald bracelet. The starting bid was thirty million, with each increase set

at one million.

As soon as the bracelet was announced, a beautiful attendant entered, carrying it on a velvet-lined tray. She moved from room to room, pausing at each one for about twenty seconds, giving buyers a clear view of the piece through the one- way glass.

Brenna studied the bracelet, a smile tugging at her lips. Turning to Giselle, she said, "Mom, I think this braceletnoveldrama

suits you perfectly."

Giselle's eyes sparkled when she saw the bracelet. She clearly liked it. She already had plenty of jewelry-pearls, jade, diamonds, and various gemstones- and her jewelry box was practically overflowing. Each piece was

valuable.

However, she understood that her daughter's words came from the heart, and she nodded with a warm smile.

"I like it."

Brenna's thoughtfulness in wanting to buy her a gift showed that she had truly accepted Giselle and Shepard. Touched to the core, Giselle nearly burst into tears and pulled her daughter into a tight, emotional hug.

Even though the money came from her, a warm sense of joy blossomed in her heart.

The bidding began, and the competition for the bracelet was fierce. Each raise added another million, and in no time, the bracelet's price shot up to seventy million.

Soon, only three bidders remained in the running.

The contenders were from Room 7, Room 23, and Room 27.

Brenna placed her bid. "Ninety million!"

The microphone system in each room masked the voices, ensuring no one could even tell whether the bidder

was male or female.

Room 23 wasted no time and countered, "One hundred million!"

Room 27 bowed out, leaving just Brenna and the bidder from Room 23 locked in a bidding war.

The emerald bracelet was of exceptional quality, an item so rare and exquisite that only a handful like it existed

in the world.

Driven by the desire to win it for her mother, Brenna raised the stakes with a bold bid of two hundred million. Finally, the bidder in Room 23 gave up.

The next item up for bid was a rather unremarkable piece.

Brenna wasn't interested in the item, so she took the opportunity to deposit another two hundred million with the auction house manager. She was concerned that someone might compete with her for the Woodham, a rare and valuable item of great significance.

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Soon after, the Orwall Queen's diamond tiara was brought to the stage.

The auctioneer spoke with great reverence, detailing how the tiara was set with many diamonds and a flawless ruby, each gem worth a small fortune. This magnificent tiara had been worn by the Queen on her fiftieth

anniversary, making it not only a piece of jewelry but also a historical artifact.

Though the auctioneer didn't explain how the tiara had found its way to the auction, he wove captivating

stories about its history, heightening its allure and mystique.

The bidding for the Orwall Queen's diamond tiara began at one hundred million, with each bid increasing by ten

million.

Brenna didn't rush to place a bid. She watched as the price steadily climbed, reaching seven hundred million after the first round. Powerful buyers were clearly determined to get the tiara.