Imprisoned While Pregnant, She's Back for Payback novel Chapter 111

Chapter 111 A Battle Between Titans 

Nadine waited anxiously but didn’t get an answer, so she shot a frustrated glance at Tess. 

The short break ended, and the auctioneer’s sharp gavel strike echoed through the hall, bringing everyone back to silence. 

“Ladies and gentlemen, up next is a century-old pearl necklace.” 

As the announcer finished, the red velvet cloth was pulled away, revealing a strand of pearls with a classic, aged shine. 

Though the pearls still held their timeless glow, they looked oddly plain compared to the fancy display and luxurious surroundings. 

A ripple of whispers spread through the crowd. 

“A simple piece at an auction like this?” 

“Yeah, are they trying to waste our time?” 

“Who picked this? Their taste is off.” 

Sneers and hushed insults filled the air, dripping with disappointment. 

Unlike the usual indifferent crowd, Tess widened her eyes in shock as she stared at the necklace. 

Her clear, bright eyes shimmered with tears ready to fall. 

Her whole body stiffened, her face tight with emotion-a look that caught Abel’s attention. He glanced at the necklace but just saw an ordinary string of pearls. 

Confused, Abel leaned toward Tess and quietly asked, “Do you like it?” 

Before he could say more, her hand reached up and took his. 

Abel froze, feeling like he was floating, his head lifting to meet her tear-filled, reddened eyes. 

Holding back sobs, she whispered desperately, “It belonged to my grandma. I don’t know how it ended up here. Please help me. I have to win this.” 

“But…” 

She looked around helplessly, lips pressed tight, conflicted. “I didn’t bring any money. Abel, please help me. I’ll pay you back little by little.” 

Abel’s heart ached seeing her like that. Feeling the softness of her hand in his, he squeezed gently, wrapping her fingers protectively. 

His voice lowered to a soft murmur, sweet like honey but firm and sure. “Don’t worry. If you want it, I’ll get it for you, no matter the price.” 

Moved, Tess looked up and nodded firmly. “Thank you.” 

Abel shook his head with a gentle smile. “It’s no big deal. Anything you want.” 

His words, barely more than a whisper, they fluttered around her ear. 

A faint blush colored Tess’s cheeks. 

She quickly looked away and turned her eyes forward again. 

After a short introduction, the crowd stayed unimpressed. 

That was until the auctioneer added, “This is a rare piece by master jeweler Gillian Larson-almost never seen for sale.” 

At those words, interest finally sparked in the audience’s eyes. 

“Mrs. Larson’s own work? That’s definitely a treasure.” 

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