Just as the two women were about to speak, a loud bang of a gavel striking the wooden table echoed through the room. The charity auction was about to begin!
Ethan let out a deep sigh of relief and shot a grateful glance at the stage. That gavel sound couldn't have come at a better time.
In the eager eyes of the crowd, a voluptuous woman quickly walked to the center of the auction hall, bowed to the audience, and then flashed a charming smile. "Ladies and gentlemen, I'm your auctioneer for tonight, Grace Kline."
Grace addressed the crowd, "Welcome to tonight's charity auction. All proceeds from today's auction will be donated to children in need and those suffering from illnesses."
Unlike traditional auctions, tonight's items were donated by the guests, who would then bid on each other'
