Chapter 13: The Auction Showdown!
"Next up is the second auction item—the Aurora Diadem! Ladies and gentlemen, this crown was crafted by a renowned designer from Country Q..." The female host introduced the Aurora Diadem with a bright smile.
Ella watched intently, remembering how much she had loved it in her previous life and how she had begged Brianna to bid for it. However, this time, she wouldn't be so easily fooled.
"Ella, do you like the Aurora Diadem?" Brianna asked softly.
Ella nodded. "I do! Look at it—it's stunning! It exudes grandeur and elegance..."
"The starting bid is one million. Mrs. Davis, are you willing to bid for this crown for Ella?" Mrs. Taylor interjected coldly.
In her past life, Ella would have started begging at this point, but now she simply pressed her lips together and smiled, staring wistfully at the crown.
"Why wouldn't I? If Ella likes something and I can buy it, I'll get it for her. Isn't that right, Ella?" Brianna said with a gentle laugh, her eyes filled with doting affection.
Ella's eyes crinkled with a smile. "Mommy, you're so good to me!"
Mrs. Taylor's face tightened, but before she could speak, Ella gave her a reassuring look, filled with confidence. Mrs. Taylor hesitated and closed her mouth.
