Chapter 55. Under His Gaze

Victoria’s POV

The second round of the auction began with a flurry of activity, the polished voice of the auctioneer echoing through the grand hall. One exquisite collection after another was displayed under the soft glow of the chandeliers, each piece a testament to the craftsmanship and wealth of the elite in attendance.

Yet, as stunning as the items were, I found myself unable to muster any interest. My mind was elsewhere—caught between the lingering tension from my conversation with Dominic and the growing unease that seemed to settle in the pit of my stomach.

Dominic sat beside me, his presence commanding as always. His posture was relaxed but yet there was an energy radiating from him that made it impossible to ignore him. I could feel his gaze on me, the weight of it lingering far longer than it should.

“Do you like that one?”

I blinked, startled out of my thoughts by his low, smooth voice. He nodded toward the stage, where an intricate di