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.

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

host and stated, “Since Ms. Holland has decided that her feelings for Mr.

announced, “9 million going once! 9 million going twice! 9 million going thrice! And sold!

she felt earlier evaporating due to Mia’s taunting.

A Kind

price skyrocketing to

Mia felt a sense of satisfaction.

“You really cornered her, Mia. Emma’s probably going to hate you

plenty of enemies; one more won’t make a

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

items, so she just joined in the fun and waited

staff immediately led the buyers to a special room for inspection and payment.

Mia’s active participation, they realized they

grab something to eat at the banquet and wait for Leo, Maggie suggested gently.

time at the banquet, Leo arrived

placing the vintaga fan and the music score together in a long,

a secluded spot to

carefully unfolded the fan and admired it before commenting. “It’s well–preserved and elegant yet simple. The painting is stunning. I’m sure Mr. Dunphy will

score, finding

Mia handed the manuscript to

‘Moonlit Citadel‘ had circulated for a while

to niche audiences.

cherished this piece, and obtaining the manuscript

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

music

felt a sudden unease when

come that illlegitimate child of the Calebs

the manuscript to

vintage fan!

“Why