Liam Irving saw her like this, and the light in his eyes grew even deeper.
He only gave Celeste Norwood an inadvertent glance, then shifted his gaze away.
The seductive woman had just been fuming with anger that someone dared snatch what she had her eye on, but when she discovered it was bought from Alessio's room, she couldn't help feeling a jolt of shock inside.
That man, why would he be taking part in these auctions?
But when she saw Celeste, a flash of realization crossed her eyes.
She had no idea what background this little girl came from, yet she could actually catch Alessio's eye. And… she was even wearing the thorn-flower brooch that symbolized Alessio's identity.
For a moment, the seductive woman grew wary of Celeste.
Her gaze turned to Alessio, a hint of infatuation flickering in her eyes.
