LittleNovelChapter 1241
Eugene's gaze briefly lingered on Lydia, though his words were addressed to the crowd around him. "The auction
is about to begin. If you don't want to miss out, you'd better get ready."
His tone made it clear he wasn't interested in further conversation. The people around them were quick to pick
up on social cues and nodded in agreement.
"Mr. Ford is right, we can't miss this one!"
"It's tto head in," someone else chimed in.
As soon as the words were spoken, the lights in the room dimmed. Amid the collective gasps of the crowd, a
spotlight shone on the stage where the host stepped into view. After the usual pleasantries, the auction officially
began. People quickly found their seats, and Lydia followed Quincy to a spot with a good view of the stage.
As they settled in, Eugene passed by, leaning slightly toward her as he said, "I'll see you after the auction."
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtLydia glanced at him but didn't respond, keeping her focus on Quincy. Once seated, she reached for Quincy's
hand and firmly pulled it toward her. Inspecting his reddened knuckles, she frowned, her heart tightening with
both anger and concern. "I asked you earlier, and you said you were fine. Does this look like 'fine' to you?" she
scolded, her voice a mix of frustration and care.
Quincy didn't seem bothered by the injury. "It's nothing," he reassured her. "I hurt it earlier while dealing with
those guys. And I'd do it again in a heartbeat if it meant protecting you.
"It's just a little bruise," he added softly, squeezing her hand. "It'll be fine soon."
After sgentle coaxing, Lydia finally calmed down, though she couldn't help but worry.
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The auction was already underway, with five items sold. The first few were relatively minor trinkets which
included antique vases and art paintings. But as the auction progressed, more valuable items were brought out.
One of them was the gemstone Eugene had
mentioned earlier.
The moment the amethyst was revealed, there was a collective gasp from the crowd. Many were clearly eager to
bid on this rare gem.
Lydia's eyes fell on the stone resting in the host's hand. It was a thumb-sized, sparkling violet gem that
glimmered under the soft light. Even she found it hard to look away.
Now she understood why so many wealthy socialites and heiresses had set their sights on this gem.
"If you like it, we can bid for it," Quincy said, handing her the bidding paddle.
Startled, Lydia shook her head quickly. "I never said | wanted it. It's just a gemstone, what's the big deal? I've
seen plenty like it."
The truth was, this amethyst was one of a kind and Lydia certainly didn't have plenty like it." But she brushed it
off, more concerned about Quincy's finances. Their company was doing well, but
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it was
still in its early stages. This gem was clearly worth a fortune, and bidding on it seemed like an unnecessary
expense.
She tried to explain her reasoning to Quincy, but he simply smiled and insisted, "Don't worry about the money. If
you want it, I'll make sure you have it."
A wave of warmth spread through Lydia's chest at his words.
Soon, the host finished introducing the amethyst. As Lydia braced herself for what she expected to be a fierce
bidding war, the host's expression shifted to one of apology.
"This amethyst was originally
intended to be the centerpiece of tonight's auction," he announced. "It was supposed to go to the highest bidder
among our distinguished guests. However, in light of a great favor done for Wonders Corporation by one
individual, we regret to inform you that the gemstone will be withdrawn from the auction and presented directly
to that person."
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