Chapter 26

Downstairs, Alyssa had seen the most luxurious room with the best view of the auction before she arrived. The one-way glass outside the room allowed those inside to see out while shielding them from prying eyes. Alyssa had chosen a seat where she could be easily seen from that room. Alyssa glanced upward casually, and her gaze landed on the room for just a brief moment. Her expression remained calm and devoid of any emotion. Inside the room, Malcolm stared in shock. "Ms. Somner!" Sebastian fought the urge to rush downstairs. Instead, he instructed Malcolm, "Please withdraw from the auction." "Yes, Mr. Gray." Following the order, the secretary downstairs signaled to stop bidding. The crowd was expecting a fierce bidding war, but they didn't expect Sebastian to give up so quickly. Each and every one of them was shocked. Confusion spread across their faces as they tried to understand who this woman was. How dare she challenge Sebastian? And Sebastian had even let her win so easily