Chapter 223

As soon as Hubert spoke, it was apparent which family would emerge as the

winner of the coveted centerpiece jewelry tonight. “400, going once!” The

elegant auctioneer’s voice resonated through the hall. At the same time,

Beatrix’s nerves were on edge.

Unlike Hubert’s naivety, she recognized Emmanuel’s voice and knew it was

her brother–in–law bidding from the VIP room next door. Please, Emmanuel,

don’t lose out!

“Haha, how about that? Isn’t your future brother–in–law impressive?” Hubert,

oblivious to Beatrix’s thoughts, proudly boasted to her.

“600!” Suddenly, Emmanuel’s voice echoed in the venue. The audiences

present gasped in astonishment. Someone dared to compete with Hubert

and even raised the bid by a staggering 2 million! Unfortunately, Emmanuel

was absent from the auction hall, leaving everyone clueless about the

bidder’s identity.

“Oh, Mr. Verkade, it appears that you and my elder sister are not destined to

be together!” Beatrix glanced at Hubert, feigning nervousness while feeling

Emmanuel is truly

The Verkade family’s

he had to

proposal to Mackenzie.

the price already at 6 million, the pressure on

on his pocket, he had made bold promises in

and now had no choice but to

he could utter a word, the bidder

audience was astounded.

before, but never such

how

was so thrilled that she wanted to nibble her hand when she

Emmanuel’s dominance

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didn’t think that someone would go against him, but since he

public proclamation, he could only say while

I promised to propose to your sister using this golden jade

me! I meant it!” Hearing that, Beatrix pursed her lips

what you’ve said? While

from a considerable sum in the eyes

Quillen family.

!

who was feeling good about himself, called

How pathetic! Beatrix indeed looked down

method was

he increase the bid marginally because he’s running out

and issued a threatening remark

room could make another bid. “The gentleman

family. I intend to acquire this

it. I

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