Chapter 374

The piece finally sold for nine hundred thousand, leaving James with clenched fists.

Mr. Anderson's lack of interest meant their plan for the birthday celebration had failed.

He didn't bid on the next few items either, watching silently as others claimed them.

Then came Vivian's contribution.

The attendants brought up a long case containing a painting. Uniquely, it was a portrait of a religious figure - but with a striking twist: the face bore a clear resemblance to Mr. Anderson. When the image appeared on the large screen, Mr. Anderson's fingers twitched, unconsciously tapping the table.

Vivian smiled, knowing this wasn't just any religious portrait. She was sure Mr. Anderson had noticed its significance immediately.

Sarah watched the painting with grave concern. Vivian had been too bold - creating a religious portrait with Mr. Anderson's likeness.

would bid on it. Everyone could see this was Vivian's special tribute to Mr. Anderson. No one wanted to cross

at Zachary, who looked as shocked as she felt. Such a bold move was quintessentially

had

devout consider religious icons sacred and inviolable. Altering a holy figure's appearance was sacrilege - and using Mr. Anderson's face

was raised. Vivian anxiously looked toward Mr. Anderson. By her calculations,

fell into uncomfortable silence, even the whispered conversations

Sarah leaned over


about to remove the painting, Melvin stood up and declared firmly, "One

was visible as she smiled. "Sold!" She rushed through the closing formalities, eager

suddenly understanding as Melvin won the bid. But she was trapped - bidding on one's own

focusing on

both saved Mr. Anderson from embarrassment and smoothed over the

all

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