Son-In-Law Madness

Chapter 142

“Four million” A potbellied man raised his paddle.

Akio did the same. “Six million.”

Just like that, the price was raised by whole two million.

No one dared to outbid him for the simple reason that he was Akio Ono, Chief of Pollerton Translations. The power and influence that man had in Pollerton were beyond imagination. Outbidding someone like him essentially meant stepping on his toes, and that would be seeking death.

“Six million, going once, going twice.”

“Ten million,” Rupert said suddenly.

He directed a smirk at Akio. “I’m rather fond of this item. However, if Mr. Ono likes it too, I’m happy to concede.”

The meaning behind his words was clear – despite the wealth and power Akio held, Rupert was not intimidated by him, much unlike the others.

Akio smiled in return. “Fifteen million.”

Rupert got the cue. “Well, I offer my congratulations then, Mr. Ono,” he said with a shrug.

“Fifteen million, going once, going twice… Last chance to place your bid before the hammer falls,” Sixten called.

swept his gaze across the room, expression haughty. There was no mistaking his purpose here tonight – to assert dominance. Anyone who dared oppose him would face severe consequences. He

moment to speak up. “Twenty million,” he said without looking up, casually prodding at

their attention to Donald Many of them were eyeing

million? Where did he

as he gave

the guests at the charity gala tonight were prominent business leaders in Pollerton, and every single one

supposed to be Akio’s show. He would do something like this every year

mind: Who is

Donald, Sixten contemplated for a

up with another bid.

three fingers. “Thirty

thre

glanced at Akio, looking calm

latter, on the other hand, was anything but. His expression darkened dangerously at such an overt gesture to

you want to do this?” Akio asked in

“Absolutely,” Donald replied.

right then.” Akio said

a

he was not anyone ordinary