When Paul Ashworth's bid of 1.5 billion was announced, the vast auction hall instantly quieted down. Everyone was rapidly weighing the value of the Red Jadeite jewelry set in their minds. After all, there was no need to pay such a steep price, especially when it meant risking a confrontation with the Apex Group.
"One point five billion. Any other bids?"
Miles's gentle voice broke the silence in the hall, pulling everyone back to reality.
The crowd exchanged glances and whispered among themselves, but no one made another bid. The hall once again fell silent.
Miles's gaze swept almost imperceptibly over to where Paul Ashworth was, and a smile touched his lips. With barely a moment's hesitation, he spoke again. "Since there are no more bids, this 'True Love' set goes to President Ashworth!"
With one strike of the gavel, Paul Ashworth had easily won the entire Red Jadeite Jewelry set for the sky-high price of 1.5 billion. The bidding was over before it had even truly begun.
