Chapter 293 Kidnapping Claire

Claire clapped her hand, and forced a smile as she watched Alexander Harris descend the stage. He’d just won the final bid—a jaw-dropping $200 million for a piece of jewelry, the famed Saint Laurent necklace. The amount was absurd, even to someone as wealthy as Claire. Sure, she had plenty of money, but even she wasn’t foolish enough to spend that much on a piece of jewelry. Claire's mood had sunk like a stone, but her face stayed calm and collected. She was good at that—hiding what she really felt behind a mask of ease. The other guests rushed to congratulate Alexander as he passed by their tables, and when he reached hers, Claire stood, her fake smile perfectly in place. “Congratulations, Alexander,” she said, extending her hand. Alexander shook it, his grip firm but relaxed. “Thank you, Claire.” Behind him, Adrian approached his smile more business than pleasure. “Congrats, Alexander,” he said smoothly. “I believe you will take care of it. It's been a while since someone held