Chapter 682

　　Third person's POV 　　The intense spotlight shone directly on Tabitha's face, highlighting her slender figure and accentuating the delicate depth of her features. 　　Derek, who had always known of Tabitha's exceptional beauty, nearly lost his breath at the sight of her under the spotlight, his heart pounding with a mix of awe and admiration. 　　Tabitha's eyes were adorned with silver contacts, a touch that transformed her entire aura, setting her apart from the woman he knew. 　　The subtle shimmer of glitter on her exposed skin conjured images in Derek's mind of a mysterious mermaid stranded on the shore. 　　"Damn it, I should have kept bidding," Baxter muttered, his face a mix of annoyance and regret. 　　The person beside him quickly offered consolation, "Mr. Rios, while the woman is indeed stunning, she's not an innocent young girl, as you can see from the age of her daughter. It's just a kiss; what does it matter? Once you have her in your grasp, you can do with her as you please, away