Chapter 270

Anthony never saw it coming. Charlotte agreed so quickly, she didn’t even bother to ask what was going on.
“Lottie, do you even know what you just said yes to?”
“No idea. Why don’t you tell me?” Charlotte grinned, leaning in so close their noses almost touched. “Go on, explain it. What do you think I owe you? Just so you know, I don’t have a dime.”
“I’m expensive, you know. I want your whole life. Can you give me that?” Anthony’s eyes locked onto hers, his words coming out before he could even think about it.
Your whole life… The words hung in the air. Charlotte’s lips curled into a bright, teasing smile. He really dared to say it.
“I—” She was just about to answer when Hans’s voice called from the doorway. “Anthony, the car’s ready.”
The moment broke. Anthony spun around, shooting Hans a look that could freeze lava. Hans stopped dead, confused and a little scared by the glare.
Anthony turned back, wanting her answer, but Charlotte was already on her feet and heading for the door. “We’ll be late for school.”
He could only watch as she walked out, his face falling, frustration written all over it.
In the car, Hans could practically feel the tension behind him. He gripped the steering wheel tighter, nerves getting the better of him. After a few seconds, he finally spoke up.
“Anthony, the auction’s set for seven tonight. All the items are real collector’s stuff, super high-end.”
“Okay.” Anthony barely looked up. His eyes kept drifting to Charlotte, who was curled up beside him, scrolling on her phone.
He couldn’t stop thinking about the kiss they’d shared last night. Restless, he slid closer, draping his arm along the back of her seat, voice low and rough You’re free tonight, right? Want to go to the auction with me?”
An auction? She hadn’t been to one of those in ages.
“Sure.”
She didn’t even look away from her phone. Anthony just shook his head and laughed quietly. He’d never met a girl so stubborn and proud. Somehow he found himself wanting to spoil her even more. He knew it now-he was done for.
The car stopped outside Vanguard High School. Anthony was too eye-catching, so
he never got out during the day. He didn’t want to make things harder for her.
“Charlotte, watch your head.” Hans opened the door and took her backpack, sounding extra polite.
“Thanks.” Charlotte stepped out and
caught a glimpse of Anthony’s disappointed face. She arched an eyebrow, paused then suddenly spun around. Her fingers hooked his tie, and she gave it a sharp tug, puffing him close.
“I said yes.”
She tossed the words over her shoulder and strolled off toward the gate.
Said yes to what? Hans was totally lost. But there was no missing the way Anthony’s mood did a complete one-eighty. The dark look melted away and he was suddenly all smiles, something soft and happy lighting up his face.
“Anthony, something good happen?” Hans asked, still baffled.
Anthony leaned his arm on the window, lips curved in a lazy, satisfied grin. “Yeah. I just got the rarest treasure in the world.”
Hans blinked. What could possibly make Anthony this happy? He really didn’t get it. Ever since Anthony started dating, he’d become a complete mystery.