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.

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 of course, it’s also to make you spend more

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

9 million going twice! 9 million going thrice! And sold! Congratulations to Number

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

A

the price

discomfort, Mia felt a sense of satisfaction.

cornered her, Mia.

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

caused trouble, making a fortune from the azure porcelain vase today meant her father

just joined in the fun and

buyers to a special room for

Mia’s active participation, they realized they had

the banquet and

arrived with the items. “Got the

the vintaga fan and the music score together in

They found a secluded spot to open the

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

finding

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

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

to niche audiences.

Kevin had always cherished this piece, and obtaining the manuscript fulfilled a long- standing

moment, both Beth and Emma arrived at the banquet hall after paying for their haul. Although they were

was holding the music score, carefully

felt a sudden unease when she

come that illlegitimate child of the Calebs is standing

showing the

that vintage

“Why