Chapter 21: A real life auction

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 Emily's POV  She was here. Why was she here?  My heart started racing again and I swallowed. ‘Calm down, calm down, Emily,’’ I told myself. Maybe… maybe Vivian just came for the event. If we just didn't cross paths, nothing would go wrong. Everything would be fine.  But why did I get tense all of a sudden?  A warmth touched my hand as Tyler placed his hand on mine from across the table, holding it lightly, his eyes were soft. “Are you good?” he asked.  I looked at him, swallowing slowly. “Yes… I’m…” My voice faltered a bit. “I’m good.”  “Are you sure? You look…tense”  “I’m fine,” I said quickly, hoping he wouldn't press on and he didn't.  I returned my gaze to the drink, trying to calm my racing heart, and shortly after, the waiter served the food. I lo

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