In the Lap of Luxury by Unsweetened Chestnuts

Chapter 207 Competition at the Auction

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Sherry had seen many things, so even though Xander didn’t give her the time of day, she remained unfazed.

“I understand, Mr. Fulton. You must have met a lot of people and forgotten about me. I’m Sherry Clark. We actually met at Futurelink Corporation’s grand opening reception.”

Xander listened, but he still showed no sign of remembering her. “Oh, I’m sorry. I don’t recall.

He was straightforward, and his response almost bordered on rejection. Hearing that, Sherry smiled awkwardly.

Meanwhile, Grace couldn’t help but find the situation amusing. She was surprised that Xander could remain unmoved when such a stunning woman was standing right in front of him.

Just then, Benjamin entered the hall, wearing a handmade black suit.

Benjamin had chosen to attend this charity auction to restore Hawkins Group’s reputation. He intended to make a charitable donation and regain public favor for his company.

“Mr. Hawkins, it’s an honor to have you here.” The organizer approached him with great respect. After all, Benjamin was a prominent figure in Pamore.

Even if the Hawkins family had gone through some hiccups, their current position in Pamore

remained among the top tier.

As a small–scale organizer, they dared not offend Benjamin, so they gave him a seat in the

front row.

were

never left her.

seat

All proceeds from

Red Cross to support the

opening remarks drew to an end, the charity

we have our first item up for auction tonight, a bracelet donated by Brisco Group, with a

“110 thousand dollars.”

“130 thousand dollars.”

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“150 thousand dollars.”

of bids followed another, eventually closing at 200 thousand

ask softly, “Xander,

“It’s nothing valuable.”

acknowledged with a nod and didn’t ask

inadvertently met Benjamin’s.

she looked

The auction continued.

for auction, an Omega men’s watch donated by

off, Sherry, seated in the back, was the first to raise

One million dollars.”

bid created quite a stir among the audience. People turned to look