Chapter 47
Author: Life_Of_Mid
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With the Smithsonian filled to the brim, those present were frantic for the auction to begin.

Unfortunately, Miranda wasn't present and none in the Smith family dared to take her place.

Veronica took her place beside Diego, revealing her stance on who she truly supported during the auction.

Several other prominent members of the Smith family followed suit and stayed with other families, leading to a competition where the dignitary with the most Smith family members on their side was most likely to be the winner of the auction.

At this point, Diego was in the lead with Veronica's presence as she was a part of the main family.

Watching her family abandon what they once called home caused Miranda anguish as she watched everything from her study on the top floor.

"Even if the others left, I wouldn't have expected even you, Veronica," Miranda muttered softly.

Despite being completely healthy, it was hard to miss the age lines forming on her face.

Taking a deep breath, she inquired. "Has th
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