Chapter 233: Attacked

Cindy's gaze swept over the array of priceless artifacts and exquisite jewelry, each item more breathtaking than the last. Her fingers traced the intricate designs of an ancient vase, her eyes alight with wonder and desire. Before she could utter a word, Ethan was already signaling to the auctioneer, his gestures confident and decisive. Within moments, the vase was added to their growing collection, a prize to be coveted and admired. Next a pink diamond necklaces was brought over. Cindy’s eyes threatened to pop from he sockets. “Don’t you think it’s too much?” she asked Ethan. “Not enough,” Ethan answered and took the necklace and place it on Fiona. “Happy birthday, baby,” he whispers to her. “Thank you, Ethan.” But their blissful reverie was shattered in an instant when a deafening explosion rocked the ballroom, sending shockwaves of panic rippling through the crowd. Screams of terror punctuated the air as plumes of smoke billowed from the shattered windows, obscuring the once-p