********** "Does Andrew’s predicament please you?" he asked, assuming she'd be upset. Renee’s eyes spakled with delight. Seeing her ex-fiancé in distress brought her undeniable joy. The final item was unveiled, a set of diamond bracelets. The allure was immediate, eclipsing the previous items in desirability. Wealthy bidders prepared to vie for it, possibly as a lavish gift. Marcelo, without hesitation, raised his paddle. "Two billion." His bid cast a hush over the crowd. "What the f**k? Two billion right off the bat? Did he even leave room for others to bid?" Someone whispered, "Who is that man? The one next to Renee!" "I don't have a clue! But such extravagance... he's richer than Andrew!" "That's Marcelo King,isn’t it?" “Impossible! Marcelo isn't fa

