The Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut sped through the afternoon traffic like it owned every bit of the road.It didn't need to weave in and out of lanes or rev its engine to prove a point. It just moved with a power that made other drivers pull over just to watch it pass. People were literally hanging out of their windows with their phones out, trying to catch a glimpse of the ghost white car as it blurred past.Robert guided the car toward the massive gates of the BGMH Resorts. The security guards there were used to seeing expensive machines— Ferraris and Lamborghinis were a daily sight for them— but this was something else.This was a car that didn't just cost millions, it was a car that showed who was really at the top of the food chain.One guard slowly slid his sunglasses down his nose as the Jesko approached. "Okay... I know we see some crazy cars every week," he muttered to his partner, his eyes wide. "But what is actually going on lately? First that Pagani this morning, and now this?

Robert leaned back into the deep edges of the couch. He lowered his voice to a murmur, a tone so private that Anna had to physically lean in just to catch the words."Avery… I want you to drive a Pagani tonight."There was a long, heavy silence on the other end of the line. Robert could almost picture Avery standing in her own room, her brain trying to process the request. Finally, her voice came back, sounding both curious and slightly guarded. "A Pagani? I mean, sure… I can handle a car like that. But Robert, why the sudden change? I already prepped the Ferrari.""Just trust me on this one. Come over to my place first," Robert said, his tone smooth but carrying that quiet command she was starting to trust. "I want you and Anna to head to the auction together. I’ll join you a little later. I have a few things I need to finish here."Avery let out a soft, knowing chuckle. "Alright, Mr. Mysterious. I’ll be there in twenty minutes. Don't make me wait."Anna’s eyes were practically rol

The city lights blurred into long streaks of gold as the Pagani Zonda Barchetta cruised through the streets like royalty.Avery was driving with total confidence now, her hands relaxed on the wheel. Next to her, Anna leaned back into the leather seat, letting the wind mess up her hair while the soft hum of the engine filled the air.Up ahead, the auction house finally came into view. It didn't look like a normal building, it looked like a palace— Huge marble pillars, glowing lights everywhere, and a line of cars out front that looked like a museum collection. Above the massive front doors, a small gold emblem made one thing clear, if you weren't on the list, you weren't getting in— ’The special guests grand Auction’.But tonight, the rules were about to change.As the blue Pagani rolled into the private lane, the security guards stood up straighter. One of them tapped his earpiece, his eyes wide. The gates swung open before the car even came to a full stop. No questions asked. No chec

The inside of the auction hall was exactly what you’d expect for a room full of billionaires. High ceilings were covered in soft gold lights, and massive crystal chandeliers hung down like frozen fireworks, making every diamond ring and polished watch in the room sparkle.The walls were lined with heavy velvet to keep the sound in, and the floors were so clean you could see your own reflection as you walked.This wasn't just a fancy party, it was a battlefield where everyone was wearing a tuxedo. You could feel the weight of the money in the room— it was thick, like the air right before a thunderstorm.Edward walked in with Chloe and Jane by his side. He tried his best to look like he’d already forgotten about the embarrassment at the front gate, but his jaw was still tight. He was looking for a win to save his reputation.They took their seats in the front executive row, just a few spots away from where Robert and Avery were sitting. Anna had picked out the best seats in the house— r

The room stayed frozen after Edward’s demand, and the air felt so thick it was like a wire stretched until it was about to snap.For a long, painful moment, nobody in the crowd even dared to cough because every billionaire in the hall was staring at Robert, just waiting for his mask to slip and reveal he was a fraud.Robert didn't look like a guy who had just been cornered. He actually leaned back in his chair, looking more comfortable than he had all night.“That’s perfectly reasonable,” Robert said. His voice was smooth, like he was agreeing to a simple lunch plan. “I have no problem with that at all. Let's make sure everyone's actually going to pay.”A wave of whispers broke out across the floor because people were confused, wondering if he was just bluffing or if he really was that confident.Robert reached into his inner jacket pocket without fumbling or hesitating, and he pulled out a plain black card which he held casually between two fingers. It wasn't gold or shiny, and it di