Chapter 40: The Mistress of the Rich

Elin returned to the private room, her dazed expression noticed by those around her. She took a deep breath and sat back down beside Damon. Damon saw her pale face and her slightly rapid breathing, “What’s wrong? Are you feeling unwell?” Elin swallowed hard, “Mr. Damon, I just saw Miss Evelyn.” “How could she be...?” Damon started, then remembered what she had said on the phone about having dinner with friends. Elin looked hesitant, “But she was with other men, those two from the auction. I don't know how to put it, but they seemed very close, not like normal acquaintances.” Brain and Eric? Damon's eyes narrowed dangerously, a cold light flashing. He stood up, “Mr. Frank, I have an urgent call to make. Excuse me.” Without waiting for a response, he pulled Elin out of the room, “Lead the way!” Elin, like a nimble little bird, guided Damon, “This way!” Damon burst through the door, finding only Brain and Eric inside, both praising each other. Eric, hearing the commotion,