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.

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

has decided that her feelings for Mr. Adam is worth 9

“9 million going once! 9 million going twice! 9 million going thrice! And sold! Congratulations to Number 15!”

her seat, any joy she felt earlier evaporating due

A

price skyrocketing to 9 million, it lost its

Emma’s discomfort, Mia felt a

eyes twinkled mischievously as she whispered, “You really cornered her, Mia. Emma’s probably going

have plenty of enemies; one more won’t make a difference.” Mia

her father wouldn’t be too upset with her.

next few items, so she just joined in the fun and waited until the auction was

the buyers

they realized they had nothing to pay

to eat at the banquet and wait for Leo,

at the banquet, Leo arrived with the

placing the vintaga fan and the

thrilled. They found a secluded spot to open the box.

commenting. “It’s well–preserved and elegant yet simple. The

examined the music score, finding the messy notes and smudges unappealing.

expect a handwritten manuscript to be sp expensive. Art truly knows no bounds.” Mia handed the manuscript to Maggie, knowing her proficiency in playing the

had circulated for a while but remained relatively unknown, appealing

to niche audiences.

had always cherished this piece, and obtaining the

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

the music score, carefully

when she saw them

that illlegitimate child of the Calebs is standing alongside

showing the manuscript to

vintage fan!

“Why