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was well aware of the intricacies between Ashley and the Ramos family, and Charlie happened to be a member of the Ramos family. Moreover, when Cara attempted to harm Ashley, Charlie inexplicably took Cara’s side. This greatly irked Noah, casting a shadow on his opinion of Charlie.

“Ms. Ramos, Charlie has been to the auction house before, claiming to be here out of curiosity, wanting to meet the famous Rita Grant. He came again today, and he came with Cara.”

Ashley’s eyes flickered slightly. “With Cara?” “Yes.” Noah gloated. “Cara appears to have taken quite a beating, almost as if she faced some form of retaliation.” “Retaliation?”

“Yes, her mouth is swollen, and there are bruises on the exposed skin of her arms.” Noah felt quite satisfied, speaking rapidly like a machine gun.

“Ms. Ramos, Cara sneakily had someone trap you in the restroom, claiming she aimed to school you. Fortunately, you were vigilant and kicked open the toilet door, or the consequences would have been unimaginable. Now, it’s time for Cara to face the music. That’s karma catching up with her deeds!”

After listening to Noah’s words, Ashley raised her eyes slightly and looked towards Valentin, who was working behind the desk.

On the phone, Noah continued, “We're having a little auction this afternoon, and Charlie and Cara are there, not just for the auction, | mainly to meet Rita. Ms. Ramos, would you like to meet Charlie?”

Ashley asked, “What time does the auction end?”

“Probably around five in the afternoon,” Noah replied.

Ashley tapped her knee, her tone casual. “I'll make a trip there before five.”© 2024 Nôv/el/Dram/a.Org.

Noah was surprised by her response. Ashley agreed to meet Charlie as Rita? Or was she simply coming to the auction house? Regardless, Noah was pleased that Ashley could come to the auction house.

After all, Ashley was someone even the national museum director held in high regard. Calling Ashley a significant patron of the StarGavel Auctions. wouldn’t be an exaggeration.

After hanging up Noah's call, Ashley organized the headache medicine for Valentin, stood up, and walked to the desk. She said mischievously, “Take a break from your work. Your girlfriend is in a generous mood and has decided to personally bring you your medicine.”

Valentin raised an eyebrow at her words, leaned back in his chair, and unbuttoned a shirt button, saying, “Girlfriend?” After a pause, he smiled casually. “That’s okay, but how is my girlfriend going to help me to take my medicine?” Ashley stretched out her hands, saying, “With my hands, of course.”

Valentin nonchalantly responded, seeming somewhat regretful.

Sensing his regret, Ashley blinked innocently. “What else should | use if not my hands? Should | use my feet?” Valentin didn’t respond.

Ashley realized and widened her eyes. “You don’t expect me to feed you with my mouth, do you? Don’t even think about it!” That would be so cringe-worthy!

Valentin chuckled, his chest vibrating slightly with a sexy laughter that was difficult to resist. “Okay, forget it.” He casually gazed at her.

The straightforward and sexy look in his eyes was so hot that Ashley’s heart skipped a beat, feeling an unexpected warmth spreading throughout her body.

Uncomfortably, she reached up and touched her earlobe. Ashley poured a glass of water and pushed it toward him along with the medicine, saying, “Just take your medicine. Stop looking at me.”

However, Valentin looked at her for a while longer before picking up the water glass and taking the medicine. “Are you going to the auction house this afternoon?” he asked.

“You have been listening to my phone call just now?” Ashley finally seized the opportunity to tease him, “You're not serious about your work,

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Valentin’s eyes filled with a playful smile. Pulling her hand, he sat her down in his lap. His voice was casually deep. “I'll go with you.

“No need. You have your own business to attend to.” Ashley sat in his embrace, finding a comfortable position. “Have you finished the piled-up work? Are you tired?”

He had accumulated a lot of work during his one-week coma. “Just wrapped it up,” Valentin said, massaging his temples.

Ashley became nervous. She could tell he had another headache. She reached out quickly and gently massaged his temples. “Does it hurt too much? Do you need painkillers?”

Ashley was getting anxious and wondered when this lingering headache would subside. With the soft touch of her fingers on his temples, Valentin caught a whiff

of the subtle fragrance lingering on her and gradually felt some relief from the throbbing pain.

His complexion turned slightly pale, and he casually said, “I feel like you are my painkiller.” Ashley didn’t respond but commented inwardly, ‘Cracking jokes even in a situation like this.”

After Ashley had massaged for a while, Valentin, concerned that she might get tired and her hands might ache, gently pulled her hand d saying, “I’m much better now. No pain anymore.”

Ashley questioned skeptically, “Really?”

With both hands around her waist, Valentin kissed her red lips. His vo was low and alluring. “A kiss and the pain is gone.” Ashley blinked her eyes, eyelashes fluttering. Suddenly taking the initiative, she leaned forward and kissed him. “Let me kiss you again to make you even better!” she declared.

Valentin chuckled lowly, his sexy Adam's apple rolling gently, displaying obvious delight.

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Joseph came to Kingsley Villa for dinner and coincidentally caught Ashley heading to the auction house. Excitedly, he raised his hand. “I want to come along!”

At first, Ashley was reluctant to have him join, but Joseph insisted on tagging along. She had no alternative but to bring him to the auction.

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