So tonight, no matter how high the Golden Antler went for, she was determined to win it. She’d give it to Connor to help with his leg injury. Once he saw how much she cared, he’d have to notice her feelings. He’d have to.
“What? Connor hurt his leg?”
“Yeah.”
Paige let out a soft sigh. “No wonder you came in person. You and Connor are so close. Lucinda, when are you two getting married?”
Connor’s name wasn’t just big in the Capital. He was famous across the country and even overseas. Paige honestly felt a little proud that her best friend was engaged to someone so powerful.
Lucinda’s cheeks turned pink. “Paige, what are you talking about? I’m only eighteen. Marriage isn’t something I need to rush.”
Paige grinned. “You sure? Who’s the one always telling me how amazing Connor is?”
“Oh, come on, Paige, don’t tease me.”
…
Meanwhile, in Box 9.
Sandy stood by the floor-to-ceiling window, staring down at the mysterious, grand auction hall. The whole place left her speechless. She’d only ever read about auctions like this in novels or seen them on TV. Now she was actually here.


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