HE GAVE HIS MISTRESS MY PADDLE. HE FORGOT THE AUCTION HOUSE BELONGED TO ME

the black provenance folder.

“Before accepting the next bid,” he said, “the consignor has requested that the full chain of ownership be read into the record.”

Julian’s smile faded slightly.

Sloane lowered the paddle.

The auctioneer adjusted his glasses.

“The Mercer Sunrise was acquired by August W. Mercer in 1979. Upon his death, legal title transferred continue reading …