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.

flicked her hair and said softly. “Of course, I’m just trying to defend the Hollands‘ reputation, so that others don’t think your family’s broke and couldn’t afford a few million dollars. Oh, and

could respond, Mia turned to the host and stated, “Since Ms. Holland has decided that her

out, the host quickly announced, “9 million going once! 9 million

she felt

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but with the price skyrocketing to

Emma’s discomfort, Mia felt a sense

cornered her, Mia. Emma’s probably going to

one more won’t

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

too interested in the next few items, so she just joined in the fun and

the event ended, the staff immediately led the buyers to

realized they had nothing to pay

the banquet and wait for Leo, Maggie suggested

arrived with the items.

and the music score together in a long, narrow

secluded spot to open

elegant yet simple. The painting is stunning.

Mia examined the music score, finding the messy notes

be sp expensive. Art truly knows no bounds.” Mia handed the manuscript to Maggie, knowing

had circulated for a while

to niche audiences.

this piece, and obtaining the

banquet hall after paying for their haul. Although they were far away, Beth spotted Leo, Maggie, and

holding the music

when

illlegitimate child of the Calebs is standing alongside Maggie and Mia?

just showing the manuscript to

vintage

“Why