Chapter 34

Zayn scanned the auction venue but couldn't spot her. "Zayn, what are you looking for?" Stewart walked up to him. "Where is she? Where did she go?" "She's sitting up front. The auction's about to start. Come on. Let's go." Stewart grabbed Zayn's arm and led him toward their designated seats. The auction soon began. Julie was sitting next to Blaine. As the star of the event, Zayn wasn't with them. He had gone backstage to prepare his opening speech. Blaine whispered as he leaned closer, "Jules, if you see something you like, just tell me. I'll buy it for you. There's more than just jewelry up for auction today. There are all kinds of things." Julie shook her head. She didn't really want anything. She was just there to fill a seat. Seeing her reaction, Blaine reached out and lightly tapped her on her forehead. "Don't try to save money for me." Julie sighed, helpless. "I really don't want anything." Just then, she suddenly felt like someone was staring at her from behind. She i