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.

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

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

“9 million going once! 9 million going twice!

her seat, any joy she felt earlier evaporating

181 A Kind

with the price skyrocketing

felt a sense of

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

one more won’t make a difference.”

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

in the next few items, so she just joined in the fun

led the buyers

active participation, they realized they had nothing

banquet and wait for Leo,

time at the banquet, Leo arrived with

the vintaga fan and the music score together in a long, narrow box.

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

and admired it before commenting. “It’s well–preserved and elegant yet simple. The painting is stunning. I’m sure

Mia examined the music score, finding the messy notes

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

for a while

to niche audiences.

piece, and obtaining the manuscript fulfilled

paying for their

music score, carefully observing

unease when she

child of the Calebs is standing

he just showing the manuscript to Maggie?

vintage fan!

“Why