Before Hermione

Auction me away.

Lots of men kept looking at me. I found it to be really weird. Brad was talking to people, exchanging pleasantries but kept giving me glances to check up on me. Brian was no where to be found after Felicia dragged him away. Felicia was elegant and very pretty. Her short black gown exposed much of her radiant skin and she had long blonde hair too. And she was a major flirt too. I mean, who kisses someone in public.

"Ladies and gentlemen, please gather around and let's begin the auctions." A man on the podium started saying. He was with a glass of champagne and then he raised it.
"At first, let's make a toast to The Kevin family, the Bowlan Family and the Quintons for making this possible."

Everyone clapped. I did too. The man continued. "Now we invite Ms. Felicia Bowlan to start the auctions."

Felicia came out smiling as usual. "Good evening ladies and gents. I'm Felicia Bowlan and I'll be your auction host. We would like to thank everyone for coming. Without any delays, let the auctions begin. Please bring out your pen and your cheque books, your credit cards and your cash. Let's do this."

She said radiantly and people clapped. So she was a Bowlan. I hear the name a lot back at home. I once heard Mrs Quinton talking about her to another friend.

The auctions began and the prices were killing. From 500 000$ to 1million dollars. It was so all over the top.

"The next auction is O'Brian Quinton's Tuxedo." She said and grinned pointing to Brian who came out and stood there smiling. "This suit was bought in Germany for 3million euros. Only 1000 of those were made in the world." She stepped forward. "We start the bidding. 2 million euros."

"Four million" Someone in the crowd said.

"Do we have 6million?" Felicia asked.

"7 million" Another man shouted. The crowd murmured. I opened my eyes. 7million euros. For a tux????.

"10 million euros." A voiced said . "Cash."

Waooooh. Everybody stood up to clap. There was noise in the room. I turned back and alas, it was Brad. I smiled and looked at Brain. He was smiling too. I knew they were not really close and all but this, this was cool.

"Sold!! For ten million euros. A new record. Thank you Mr Quinton." Felicia sang happily.

"Next is Hermione Badren.." like she suddenly got blind "oh Braden" She said looking straight at me. "Please step forward."

Whattttttttt?. This isn't happening. I buried my face in the crowd. And didn't move an inch.

"Where is she?. Please don't keep us waiting." Felicia said impatiently.

I am not about to go disgrace myself in front of all these people.

"She isn't here, let's move on." Felicia said.

"She is." Bradley called out to Felicia coming straight up to me.

I looked away.

"C'mon, its not that bad. I will bid you don't worry." He said taking my hands.

I made my way to the podium. As i looked up, i saw so many unfamiliar faces with 'Who-is-she kind of look' i didnt look up till i smashed into something and fell flat on my face. Now, I am dead.

Everyone laughed. I got up quickly and adjusted my hair. I was more embarrassed than ever now. How could I ever face Brain or anyone again.

"Let's just get this over with." Felicia said looking disgusted.

What's her deal anyway.

"5,000 dollars." I heard Felicia say sarcastically.

Everyone laughed again. I am worth that much, thank God. I thought.

"30 000 dollars." Someone called in the back. I looked immediately and saw a man and his wife. They looked cute. I just smiled bowing at them in obeisance.

"Going once..I am sure noone wishes to go higher." Felicia said.

"500 000 dollars."

Waow. People chorused and started clapping. I looked up and it was Brian. I smiled unbelievably. I was worth that??.

Felicia rolled her eyes. "Going twice.."

"I million dollars." Brad said sitting down not even looking at me.

There was a louder noise and people clapped. "Sold!! To Mr Quinton again."
Felicia said looking at me again. "You can leave now."

My jaw dropped and I stepped down the podium. What just happened, I was sold to Bradley Quinton for a Million dollars. Seriously, a million freaking dollars.

I was blind walking till Bradley came to where I was standing.

"I can claim my price now?." He said putting his hands in his pocket.

"You are unbelievable.. Sir, I mean that was awesomely too much."

He smiled. "You mean the fact that you awkwardly fell down?" He said looking amused.

I just smiled. Feeling embarrassed.

"Told you I would do that." He looked around "Besides, you should have fun on yur birthday."

"Who told you?" I smiled looking really happy and fulfilled.

"Your mom."

I rolled my eyes and laughed. "she can be such a snitch."

"Don't roll your eyes." He said looking uncomfortable. "Okay?"

"I am sorry." I said looking really confused.

"Good." He smiled.

The rest of the night was history. I didn't really get to see Brain. And I was taken home by the driver on Brad's orders. Had some business to take care of. When I got down, the driver came down and gave me a box.

"What's it?" I asked taking it from him.

"Master Brad asked to give this to you on yur birthday." He handed it to me and left.

Waooooh. I opened it right outside and saw an Headset and iPod. Not just any Headset, Beats by Dre. My face lit up. He knew I would never take his. So he bought a new one.

"Moooooom." I shouted and ran inside.

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