Chapter 24: An Unexpected Reversal
(Olivia's POV)
I returned to my seat and settled down, trying to calm my heart, which was beating wildly from nerves. My mind drifted to Graham's recent confession about his financial constraints, which gave me a glimmer of hope. Maybe I was really overthinking this?
"Thirty-eight million should be enough," I whispered to myself, clutching my auction paddle tightly.
The grand hall buzzed with activity as wealthy werewolves from various territories mingled. I recognized several faces from Riverdale, nodding politely when our eyes met. Everyone who was anyone in werewolf society seemed to be here today.
An ornate crystal chandelier cast a warm glow over the proceedings as the auctioneer, a distinguished older werewolf with silver-streaked hair, to
