Chapter 152

"Starting at ten million, Mr. Vance seems determined to win the Diamond Crown," someone murmured, awe evident in their voice.

"Isn't it obvious? Miss Lynwood mentioned she adored the Diamond Crown. Naturally, Mr. Vance would go to great lengths to make her smile!"

"How envious of Miss Lynwood. Mr. Vance truly dotes on her."

In the midst of the envious chatter, a refined and clear voice piped up, "Ten million and one."

The crowd was momentarily stunned.

They turned toward the voice and were even more surprised to see Samuel standing there.

Serena's eyes widened in shock too. She tugged gently at Samuel's sleeve. "Samuel, be reasonable," she whispered. "You can't outbid Aaron."

If Cynthia Lynwood wanted something, Aaron would surely make it his mission to obtain it.

Samuel just turned his head, smiling warmly at Serena. "Do you want it, my dear?"

His smile was as sincere and gentle as a springtime sunbeam.

hesitated, her voice

short pause, Aaron's voice rang

countered calmly, "Twenty million

"Thirty million!!"

"Thirty million and one."

"Fifty million!!!"

price soared higher, Serena quickly grabbed Samuel's arm more firmly. "Samuel, let it go. It's just a replica.

turned, disbelief evident in his

bidding. She hastily banged the gavel, "Fifty million once! Fifty million twice! Fifty million thrice! Sold!

room erupted in

release her hold

joy on his face. His expression was cold and his eyes, piercing. He was likely displeased that Samuel had driven

gaze back to

Diamond Crown from its glass case and presented it to Cynthia

in excitement, "It's so beautiful. I'm truly overjoyed to be so close to such a masterpiece.

as

of admiration

had indeed gone above and beyond

to Serena with

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