Charles’ POV
Earlier...
I was in a meeting with the owner of the most renowned art gallery in New York City, Mr. Hughes, a fifty-five-year-old man known for his honesty in all his dealings. He owns several businesses throughout the city and had trusted the Ricci companies to handle the investment of his considerable wealth in the stock market.
However, today he called me to his company because he wanted to sell some artworks to my family. He knows that my mother holds an annual auction to raise funds for the needy, but she never accepts outside donations. She would always say that only the Ricci family properties are auctioned because she values helping people, without the need to promote anyone's brand; Mrs. Linda and her principles. Anyone who suggested otherwise, claiming it could b
