Side Chick Era... Over

Chapter 603

Such bidding… Were they burning money just for the thrill of it?

Seeing the situation escalate, Sharon leaned in and whispered, “John, stop. I only sold this painting for 20 thousand back then. If they’re willing to pay eight million for it, let them have it.”

“This time,” John replied, eyes fixed on her, “I won’t give up so easily. Sharon, don’t worry about the money. I can borrow from my father.”

“John,” Sharon said firmly, “this painting simply isn’t worth that much.”

The auctioneer began the final call.

“Eight million. Any further bids? Eight million going once-

Xavier, who had been quietly observing, suddenly raised his paddle. “Nine million.”

and Wendy both started, turning toward him

Sharon said quickly, “there’s no need to waste your

it?” Xavier’s lips curved into a faint smile. “If you

bid jump to nine

The price had

frenzy, murmured,

“No. I can’t let Victoria’s portrait end up in someone

him sharply. “That is Victoria’s

you think the woman’s back in the painting looks just

that you say it… It does resemble her.

the violin by chance. Or maybe… he’s

“Painting Victoria without permission-wouldn’t that violate her portrait rights? Can’t we

is cunning. He clearly anticipated the issue. He uses only the pseudonym ‘MK’ and then disappears. Even the original buyers of his work can’t reach him. And besides, he only painted her

the same painting Cole and Victoria had stumbled