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.

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 of course, it’s also to

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

Emma singled out, the host quickly announced, “9 million going once! 9 million going twice! 9 million going thrice! And sold! Congratulations to

seat, any joy she felt earlier evaporating due

181 A Kind Gesture.

as elegant as ever, but with the price skyrocketing to 9 million, it lost its appeal

discomfort, Mia felt

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

more won’t make a difference.” Mia shrugged

her father wouldn’t be too upset with her. At most,

she just joined in the fun

event ended, the staff immediately led the buyers

Mia’s active participation, they realized they

to eat at the banquet and wait

spent some time at the banquet, Leo arrived with the items. “Got the stuff. They’re all

the vintaga fan and the music score together in

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

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

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

Art truly knows no bounds.” Mia handed the manuscript to Maggie, knowing her proficiency in playing the piano

piano piece ‘Moonlit Citadel‘ had circulated for a while but remained

to niche audiences.

always cherished this piece, and obtaining

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

music

felt a sudden unease when

that illlegitimate child of the Calebs is

the manuscript to Maggie?

that vintage fan!

“Why