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.

family’s broke and couldn’t afford a few million dollars. Oh, and of course, it’s also to

Ms. Holland has decided that her feelings for Mr. Adam is worth 9 million, I’ll withdraw my

Emma singled out, the host quickly announced, “9 million going once! 9 million going

seat, any joy she felt earlier evaporating

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price skyrocketing to

felt a sense

eyes twinkled mischievously as she whispered, “You really cornered her, Mia.

of enemies; one more won’t make

today meant her father wouldn’t be too upset with her. At

just joined in the fun and waited until the auction was

led the buyers to a special room

realized they had nothing to pay for.

grab something to eat at the banquet and wait for

time at the banquet, Leo arrived with the

vintaga fan and the music

secluded spot to

the fan 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 and

didn’t 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 piano was higher from hers.

for a while but remained relatively unknown, appealing

to niche audiences.

obtaining the manuscript fulfilled a long- standing wish.

the banquet hall after paying for their

holding the music score,

when

Calebs is standing alongside Maggie

just showing the manuscript to

vintage fan!

“Why