Reclaiming Her Heart
Chapter 539 Raymond, How Could I Dare Deceive You?

Selena found herself unable to broach the topic of divorce, all due to the presence of Mr. Montague Sr. To her, he was the shining beacon of kindness within the entire Montague family, a man who had unconditionally believed in her from the very beginning. He had even extended his support to the Fair family during their initial round of financing.

The Montague family had continued their benevolence, helping the Fair family through a second round of financing. Selena knew that if she were to divorce Raymond abruptly, it would come across as heartless. Thus, she suggested a three-month deadline, a proposal that also served as a solution for Grandpa Montague.

Furthermore, James' health was deteriorating rapidly, and three months seemed to be the maximum time he had left.

If she could successfully manage the Fair family during this time, it would serve as her resolution for James.

In this way, she would have fulfilled her obligations to both sides, and then she could depart in peace.

Selena massaged her temples, her mind wandering to the still-missing child of the Fair family. James had expressed his hope that she could locate the individual, but her trip to Ridgefield had yielded no results. Given her current capabilities, it was evidently impossible to investigate an event that occurred over two decades ago within a mere three months.

She could only strive to do her best for the time being.

She contacted Ann, informing her that she would be attending the bidding site the following day.

The next morning, aware that she would cross paths with Olivia and others at the site, Selena donned a hat, sunglasses, a mask, and layered clothing to replicate her previous appearance.

Her coat was oversized, concealing both her hands, thereby ensuring that no one could discern her injured hand.

Upon her arrival at the site, she noticed several media personnel scattered around.

However, the bidding this time was not as substantial, with the highest bids barely reaching a few billion, so it didn't create much of a buzz.

Only land auctions that saw numerous large companies competing would garner repeated news coverage.

Selena, accompanied by Ann, stepped into the room, her gaze immediately drawn to Olivia who was seated a short distance away. Olivia was surrounded by a group of high-ranking executives from the Eternal Growth Group, each one exuding an aura of elite sophistication.

On Selena's side, the situation was starkly different. The Fair family was still embroiled in internal chaos, and the promotion of high-level positions was yet to be finalized. As a result, only she and Ann were present to represent their family. As they settled into their seats, a few derisive snickers echoed from the direction of the Eternal Growth Group. Selena chose to ignore them, sinking quietly into the comfort of her chair.

Olivia's icy gaze bore into her, as if attempting to penetrate the disguise of her hat and mask. However, Selena had taken extra precautions that day, her attire significantly different from her usual style. Other than her petite frame, there was nothing else to see. Olivia's lips curled into a sneer.

Just then, Selena's eyes caught sight of a man making his entrance - it was Raymond. She was taken aback. Olivia, who was seated not far off, rose swiftly and made her way towards Raymond, calling out, "Raymond, over here." Raymond, who had arrived alone and unassuming, was treated with an unusual respect by the surrounding media, who refrained from photographing him and quickly averted their cameras upon his arrival. Raymond paid no heed to Selena's location, choosing instead to join Olivia.

Before Selena lay a nameplate, a symbol of representation for each company present. The Fair family had the least representation.

Selena's brow furrowed in confusion. Hadn't Raymond promised not to reveal the truth about the land to Olivia? Why was he here to bid? Did he have nothing better to do? She recalled how he had left the previous night, seemingly burdened with heavy thoughts, but now he appeared to be carefree.

As Raymond settled into his seat, he turned to Olivia, asking, "When will you give me the thing you promised after the bidding is over?" He was here because of a request Olivia had made - to accompany her through the bidding process in exchange for a gift from Christopher.

"After it ends, have a meal with me, and I'll give it to you. Raymond, how could I dare to deceive you," Olivia responded.

Raymond remained silent, his interest in the bidding non-existent, his eyes slightly narrowed.

Olivia cast a glance at Selena, a cold smile playing on her lips. She was curious to see how Selena would react to seeing her husband siding with the competition.

As they waited for the host to arrive, servers moved around the room offering tea and water. The companies participating in the bidding engaged in casual conversation, subtly trying to gauge each other's minimum bid.

Olivia rose from her seat, pulling Raymond along with her as they slowly approached Selena. Raymond was not fond of such actions, but the thought of Christopher's gift made him endure it.

Upon reaching Selena, Olivia's demeanor shifted, becoming more assertive. "Miss Fair, I didn't properly greet you the last time. I'm Olivia from the Eternal Growth Group, and this gentleman with me is the president of the Montague family. I don't need to introduce him, do I?"

Selena responded by pulling her mask down and pressing her hat lower, barely revealing her eyebrows.

Ann rose from her seat, offering them a polite smile. "Mr. Fair caught a cold today and his throat doesn't feel too good. It wouldn't be good if he passed on the germs to both of you."

A flicker of disdain crossed Olivia's eyes. "Why is he always falling sick?"

Raymond's gaze fell on Selena's concealed face, a hint of contempt flashing in his eyes. He was about to return to his seat when Olivia halted him.

"Raymond, considering how poor Miss Fair's health is, you should at least show some care, right?"