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“In addition to this city’s businessmen, the investors from overseas are also coming, seeking new business opportunities.

Many newbie companies are bribing the management to give out more invites, spending millions willingly. They are hoping to secure new clients through this auction.”

He started from the auction’s great influence on my rapidly growing company and concluded his speech at the need to follow Henry’s footsteps for success. Leo only paused for a moment when I asked him innocently.

“My apologies, Leo. But how does an auction work? I haven’t attended one before.”

My query was perceived as the eighth marvel of nature, slacking Leo’s jaw, he shook his

head.

“I should have been more thoughtful, Miss Laura. You didn’t know the politics of supposedly innocuous auctions.”

He sighed and then began the second round of his endless information. Leo’s know–it–all attitude aroused my curiosity all of a sudden, he appeared extra–smart when he said,

“Auctions and charity, they both have no direct connection, Miss Laura. The owners, management, agents, everyone get their fair share after a purchase, sending a fixed percentage for donations.

Let me…

Leo explained the complete system, confirming my odd guesses. He showed me pictures of antiques for sale, comparing their prices with the market. I readily nodded in agreement as he insisted on buying an exquisite ceramic bowl

“This delicate bowl is a piece of art, and you can get it for half price from the market if you follow my words.

It’s a nice deal and feasible method to attract businessmen’s attraction.”

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would bid for jewelry or diamonds this reason was indeed convincing, perfectly masking Leo’s evil intentions.

motives right away, but I had

for now.

honor to work with you, Leo. Thanks for

Leo left, I didn’t waste a second and called my brother, telling him

a

me

hear about these dirty practices, “This is illegal, Laura!”

with

Leo was involved

be a group of cunning criminals

be discreet, Laura.

“Yeah!”

clueless act that I pretended like I

urged him to spill more secrets as I never saw an auction. And he bought

short notice? It can help

response

be

star Leo.”

defeat that master of deception. He

promised to attend the auction,

am blessed to have an understanding partner like you, Laura. Please wear the dress I am sending; it’s my apology

bodice was eye–pleasing. I was picky in my wardrobe selection, but Bright picked a dress according to my taste, so I had no objection to wearing it

blocking all other sounds. My palms were sweaty due to nervousness. Although Henry was capable of dealing with any threat, the risk of this endeavor trembled my heart. I was

arrived early to receive me. His intense s glimmered with admiration as he placed

head.

stunning. You are a fairy

lines lifted my spirits, making me blush, I was in quite a pleasant mode

our invites before letting us in. Then the organizers

for sale are here for display, Sir.

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