Chapter 678

　　Third person's POV 　　Derek's fingers dug tightly into the armrests of his chair. During the time Tabitha had been taken from him, he worried about what might have been done to her and the child. 　　Although he was aware of the rule that "merchandise" must be kept clean before delivery, he couldn't help but feel anxious. 　　When the host announced the first item for auction, his heart raced, and he breathed a sigh of relief when it had nothing to do with Tabitha. 　　It seemed as if he had imagined Matilda would save Tabitha for last. 　　His grip on the armrests tightened. 　　As time ticked by, the audience's enthusiasm for the early items was lackluster, their attention fixed on the finale. They had been promised something special, and they were waiting for it. 　　Forrest passed Derek water a few times, but he didn't take a sip. 　　When it came to the grand finale, Matilda made her personal appearance. 　　She wore a red, form-fitting dress and high heels as she strode to the center of the sta