The CEO’S Unplanned Heir novel (Aurelia and Leopold)
Chapter 431

Chapter 431

The words were sharp as a needle, and for Elvis, Melissa was like gum stuck in his hair-impossible toget rid of without a drastic measure.

“Don’t worry, I won't let her bother Aurelia.” Elvis said

All the women before were just for show, never serious. But Aurelia was different, she was thewoman he wanted to marry. He wouldn't allow Melissa to ruin it.

Beverley walked over and took the seat next to Aurelia.

"Aurelia, are you really dating Mr. Cooper?”

Aurelia hooked up the corner of her mouth, a wry smile playing on her lips. “Mr. Cooper and I arejust friends.”

Elvis’ eyes flickered in the light, a charming smile graced his thin lips, “Starting off as friends is good.It allows Aurelia to know me better.”

Beverley blinked, leaning towards Aurelia’s ear and whispered. “Next time, I'll help you figure out ifhe's your true love?”

Aurelia sighed lightly, “No need. I've never drawn a good card. Some things are better leftunknown.”

Beverley understood. She was referring to her marriage with Leopold. If it hadn't been for thefortunetelling, she would still be trying to hold on, not giving up so abruptly.

“Everything will get better, Aurelia. You're wonderful, you'll replace happiness.”

Aurelia lowered her gaze, a forlorn smile gracing her lips.

Could she replace happiness again? She wasn't sure. Human hearts were too fragile, too fickle, entirelyunpredictable. The future was always an unknown.

Elvis could tell she was hurt. He knew he would have to double his efforts to soothe her

pain before she could accept him.

In a dark corner of the party, a man watched them quietly, ominously. A cold mask hid the man’sexpressions, making him seem more like an iceberg.

Tonight, Leopold wouldn't reveal his true face, his body double was busy elsewhere.

As it was an art party, members naturally brought their own works.

These pieces would be auctioned off at the party, the proceeds donated to an animal protectionsociety for the conservation of endangered wildlife.

Aurelia brought a platinum turquoise necklace she had designed and made herself.

The pendant was a dolphin carved from turquoise, symbolizing an endangered species.

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The necklace had a starting price of $20,000

Elvis immediately raised his bid to $50,000.

A fierce glint passed through Leopold's eyes. How could he let a necklace his wife made be boughtby a rival?

He directly raised the bid to $200,000

Aurelia turned her head, looking at him curiously. This man was wearing a skin-like mask, and shecouldn't possibly recognize him.

Elvis simply raised his bid to $300,000. He was determined to win the necklace.

Leopold upped the ante to $500,000.

Tension filled the room. Everyone present began to watch with interest.

Elvis frowned slightly. He didn't recognize this mysterious man. Had he seen him before?

Was he genuinely interested in the necklace, or was he deliberately opposing him?

He simply raised his bid to a million.

Leopold: Two million.

Elvis: Three million.

Leopold: Four million.

Aurelia gasped, quickly tugging at Elvis’ sleeve. “Mr. Cooper, the necklace isn't worth that muchmoney. Just let the other guy have it. If you like it, I can make one for you next time.” For Elvis, thiswas no longer just about a necklace. It was a competition between men.

“Your necklace is worth any price.” Without hesitation, Elvis raised his bid: Ten million.

Everyone in attendance gasped. Mr. Cooper was going all out to win a smile from his lady love, atany cost.

Melissa's mouth twitched in frustration. Elvis, that jerk, must have been bewitched or

cursed.

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