Chapter 34

Camille’s POV

“You’ll attend the Bellamy Gallery auction in my place tonight,” Victoria said, not looking up from the documents spread across her desk. The statement carried the weight of command rather than request.

I paused by the doorway of Victoria’s home office. “The Bellamy auction? Isn’t that where...”

“Yes,” Victoria confirmed, finally glancing up with calculating eyes. “According to my sources, both Rose and Stefan will be in attendance. Rose has been desperately trying to secure a meeting with Kane Industries’ investment team for weeks. This presents an... opportunity.”

My heart quickened. “To see them?”

“To observe their dynamics in a neutral setting. To understand exactly what you’re up against.” Victoria rose from her chair, moving to stand before me with critical assessment. “The question is whether you’re ready.”

“I’ve spent months preparing,” I replied, steadying my voice. “I’ve changed everything about myself. They won’t re