The Marriage Auction 2, Book One by Audrey Carlan

Author:Audrey Carlan [Carlan, Audrey]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Blue Box Press
Published: 2024-07-16T00:00:00+00:00

Episode 17

One of the Good Ones

MEMPHIS

Jade led the group of candidates to the auction room and showed us where to line up behind the stage. I’d done this before, but had never made it onto the actual stage, having left my spot to help Jade when she ran off the last time we were here. Now she was working for Madam Alana and seemed to enjoy it. The woman was definitely in her element. She walked down the line of people, checking in with them and ensuring their comfort. I watched as she tutted over each woman and man until she got to me.

“Second time’s a charm, eh?” Her lips twitched in amusement as she reached out to readjust my tie into position.

I grinned. “Let’s hope.”

“I know I’ve said it before, but what you did for me—leaving the auction and helping me through my meltdown—was incredibly kind. No other man has ever been that chivalrous.”

“Well that’s a damn shame, Jade. You deserve a man who will treat you well and support you through all of life’s challenges.” I reached out and grabbed her hand and gave it a little squeeze.

“You deserve all of that too, you know. You’re one of the good ones, Memphis. Never forget that. And if the woman who purchases you tonight doesn’t treat you as such, we are here for you. Madam Alana has made it very clear that her candidates come first, no matter what.”

I chuckled. “I heard that, sister. Definitely. She drilled it into our heads when we signed on the dotted lines. And I appreciate it, I do. Though I certainly can handle myself. I’m going to make the most of this experience. Let’s just hope the woman who chooses me tonight has a great personality and a whole lotta fire within her.”

Jade grinned. “I think you’re going to be very surprised this evening. There’s one woman in particular who I think will absolutely adore you.”

“Oh yeah?” I nudged her shoulder. “Is she fine?”

“Stunning. Elegant. Smart and very wealthy.” She lifted her chin in a knowing manner she’d likely picked up from Alana because it was smooth as butter and just as rich.

“All right.” I rubbed my hands together, anticipation and adrenaline swirling in my gut. “And you think this queen is going to bid on me?”

She offered a coy smile. “Let’s put it this way, you are exactly what she asked for during her interview. I’d be shocked if she didn’t take you home tonight.”

I chuckled. “Excellent. I can’t wait to get this show on the road.” I rolled my shoulders and shook off the excess energy.

“Speaking of... Tonight we’re doing men first. You’re up, my friend. Follow me to the front of the line.”

I did as she requested. As I passed by Summer, she lifted her hand in the “rock on” symbol. “You’ve got this, buddy! Go get ’em, tiger,” she said.

The petite woman named Maia gave me a solemn wave as though I was heading to the guillotine. She was an interesting one.

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