Am I in love?

Valerie's POV

I sat in the bathroom for a bit longer. I wait until Dean and Hannah are gone before I sneak down the stairs and go to see the auctioneer. I got to the auction to ask him about my necklace and pendant. I want to know who donated it, and I'm sure he will tell me because it is no secret that everybody wants to donate to charity, and they do not care if their names are mentioned.

However, auctioneers smiles at me when I ask him. He must think that I love the necklace and pendant. I do because it belonged to my mother, but I want to know who donated it and who was the last person to visit my mother.

"Please, Sir, tell me who donated this lovely necklace and pendant. I know many people underestimate the value, but I must thank that person for giving me this beautiful piece of jewelr……