Frank then turned to Gene. "I present this painting to Mr. Pearce on behalf of Vicky Turnbull and the main Turnbull family. Vicky especially sends her thanks for helping her immediate family establish a foothold in Riverton." Gene appeared surprised but soon smiled and shook his head. "Oh, that little lady. Why didn't she cby herself?" "She has taken ill and couldn't make it, so she askedto help." "Well, I'm most grateful for her present." Gene and Frank's exchange left the guests puzzled-why did it feel like both men were close in private? Dennis was watching from a distance.

He frowned as he remembered what Frank told him before-that he should not set Gene against him, or he would bite off more than he could chew.

Turning pensive just then, Dennis mused, "Could it be...?" Hugh noticed that and could tell what he was thinking, and so quickly said, "Don't worry about it, Dr. Jackson. Frank Lawrence had brought two presents that looked valuable, but it just means the Turnbulls are really invested in this auction. Moreover, if they really were acquainted before, they would be chatting as soon as they met, instead of speaking so formally like they are now." Dennis nodded he had to admit that Hugh had a point.

a vague sense of unease that he could

guests all competed, the painting was ultimately sold

it, should at least make a bid. 800 million!" Content belongs to ŚwThe hall was left silent at that-this

fool-as soon they heard Gene was making such a huge bid, they immediately gave up on

deep pockets, bidding 800 million dollars without

red wooden chest from his pocket. "This one is my personal gift to Mr. Pearce a Jade Marrow Pill that I've refined personally. It will extend a person's lifespan by ten years, if

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