Let’s start all over again,shall we?

Chapter 181 A Kind Gesture

With just a few words, Mia managed to embarrass Emma and put the Hollands in an uncomfortable position. Emma’s face turned red with anger, leaving her momentarily speechless.

She never anticipated Mia would disregard the Hollands and openly discuss her feelings for Ericko.

Mia’s so frustrating!

Witnessing the tension in the room, the host hesitated to interfere, fearing it might exacerbate the situation.

However, Mia, known for her directness, boldly inquired, “So, are you going to increase the bid or not? Let’s not waste everyone’s time here.”

“Yes! I’ll bid 9 million!” Emma clenched her teeth, realizing that regardless of her decision, she had a scolding lined up when she returned home.

If she raised the bid, she’d end up overpaying for the pen.

But if she didn’t, it would seem as if the Hollands were in dire financial straits, and if Mia’s remarks reached Ericko’s ears, it wouldn’t reflect well on her either.

Upon hearing this, Mia chuckled sympathetically. “Is that all you’re willing to add, Ms. Holland? Are the Hollands facing financial difficulties? Do you need me to lend you some money?”

Maggie couldn’t help but smirk.

Mia’s approach has always been assertive and forceful, unlike my method, which is more towards cunning calculations. Nonetheless, it works..

In other words, Mia’s aim is to completely break her opponent’s spirit.

Emma’s expression darkened, and she murmured, “The Hollands can afford 1.5 million, but we’re not. id’ots either. Why provoke me like this, Ms. Gatlin? If the Gatlins are wealthy, why not just set an exorbitant price and pretend it’s charity?”

Mia smirked provocatively. “I would set an exorbitant price if I liked the item. Unfortunately, I’m not interested, so it’s not worth it.”

“Heh, Ms. Gatlin, are you trying to bite off more than you can chew? Why bid when you’re actually not interested?” Emma glared at Mia, her gaze icy.

family’s

decided that her feelings for Mr. Adam is worth 9 million, I’ll withdraw my

million going

back in her seat, any joy she felt earlier evaporating due to Mia’s

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with the price skyrocketing

Mia felt a

whispered, “You really cornered her, Mia. Emma’s

more won’t make a difference.” Mia

trouble, making a fortune from the azure porcelain vase today meant her father wouldn’t be too upset with

wasn’t too interested in the next few items, so she just joined in the fun and waited until the auction was over.

buyers

they realized they

to eat at the banquet and wait for

arrived with the items. “Got the stuff.

items, placing the vintaga fan and the music

They found a secluded

it before commenting. “It’s well–preserved and elegant yet simple. The painting is stunning. I’m

examined the music score, finding the messy notes and

sp expensive. Art truly knows no bounds.” Mia handed the manuscript to

circulated for a while

to niche audiences.

and obtaining the manuscript fulfilled a long-

Emma arrived at the banquet hall after paying for their haul. Although they were far away, Beth spotted Leo, Maggie, and Mia together.

the music

sudden unease when she saw

child of the Calebs is standing alongside Maggie and Mia?

the manuscript

vintage

“Why