The Richest Man in Metropolis is My Backer by Dream Searcher

Chapter 43

The auctioneer’s introduction had all but confirmed the bracelet was my mother’s

Apparently, it had passed through the hands of Metropolis antique and collectible enthusiasts for a fraction of its actual worth, until an expert identified its true value. That was why it was here now.

“The white nephrite bracelet. Starting price: 2,000,000 dollars”

A paddle shot up. “3,000,000 dollars!”

Another voice echoed. “4,000,000 dollars!”

“4,500,000 dollars!”

I knew how this would play out. I stayed quiet, watching, waiting Then, unexpectedly, Maddison called out, “6,000,000 dollars!” The crowd buzzed with murmurs, heads swiveling toward her.

That bitch had entered the fray.

“6000,000 dollars! Going once, going twice-

“7,000,000 dollars!” I shouted.

Maddison turned to gape at me, but I ignored her.

“Where did you get that much money?” Edward asked softly.

ignored him

fell still. Eyes darted between Maddison and me.

she hesitated before

didn’t flinch. “9,000,000

dollars!” Maddison

between us, exasperated. “Can the two of you please stop? This bracelet isn’t worth it!”

left this for me. It was my grandmother’s most cherished possession. No price is too high,” I said, my voice firm, raising

expression faltered. She couldn’t outbid

longer just about the bracelet. It was about pride–my mom’s dignity and

his tone sharp. “Do you even

embarrassing–it’ll ruin you. Don’t be

up. I didn’t

win and can’t pay,

the room. “10,90 dollars!

twice-”

stunning both Maddison and me,

onto his arm, her tone syrupy. “Aww, Eddy, darling! I knew you’d do this for

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bracelet wasn’t worth it—so why the hell was he bidding

knowingly. To them, the bracelet

“Going once

my voice cracking slightly