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    Despite his ruthless nature, Kaiden wouldn’t resort to such tactics. He had no interest in the Thorpe family’s wealth and power. He possessed these things independently.


    Besides, the ones reaping the most benefits were Talon’s family!


    Kaiden wrapped his arms tightly around Ellie, seekingfort in her presence. This gesture warmed a part of him that had long been cold. He gazed down at her, his smile carrying a bitter edge.


    Despite knowing him for barely a year, Ellie did not waver in her trust. In contrast, Brisa, his mother, had aligned with Jorge, epting the narrative that Kaiden had killed his brother.


    The Hagua auction was set tomence in a historic mansion, its architecture dating back a century. As the auction drew near, the mansion’s driveway was lined with luxury vehicles, though the flow of arrivals had dwindled.


    “Miss, may I have a look at your invitation?” A server stopped Ellie. Caught up in the worry that Baylee was in trouble, Ellie hadn’t even thought about the invitation.


    “I’m Kaiden Thorpe, and thisdy is my wife,” Kaiden announced, his hand resting reassuringly on Ellie’s waist, signaling their rtionship. Recognizing them, the server’s demeanor instantly changed to one of apology, saying, “My apologies for the inconvenience earlier! Mr. Thorpe, Mrs. Thorpe, this way, please!”


    Ellie looked at Kaiden, puzzled. “How did you manage to set this up?”


    “I have a team at mypany for just such asions; they’re not merely decorative,” he replied with a smile.


    A simple heads-up to his staff was all it took to prepare for his and Ellie’s arrival at the auction. Kaiden took pride in ensuring everything was arranged for her.


    Kaiden and Ellie were led directly to the front row, where two seats awaited, unmarked by name tags, reserved for VIPs like them who might decide to attend at thest minute.


    “Why are there new arrivals now?”


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    “Look, isn’t that Ellie?”


    “Why would Elliee out of the blue?”


    “Remember Baylee? She’s the auctioneer tonight. Given the embarrassment she’s experiencing, do you honestly believe Ellie would remain passive?”


    “Isn’t that… Kaiden by Ellie’s side? And his legs… seem fine?”


    “Wasn’t Kaiden recently married? Why is he here with Ellie… Oh, herst name is Gordon?!”


    “Is this implying what I suspect? They’re married?”


    Ellie was a familiar face to many attendees. Kaiden had been stepping into the spotlight more often in the past half-year, and his remarkable presence left asting impression. Yet, seeing Kaiden, who had been known to use a wheelchair, now standing and moving freely caught everyone off guard.


    Ellie, undisturbed by the surrounding murmurs, took her seat with elegance. Casting a defiant smile towards Quincy and Aphrodite in the vicinity, she seemed ready for whatever challengey ahead.


    Was it Baylee they intended to embarrass? It remained to be seen who would have thestugh.


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