It was only after she had her fill of being the star of attention did Erica come to a sudden realization.

Fifteen million dollars.

The amount struck her dumb. The terrible truth that she didn’t have sufficient funds to cover such a staggering price dawned on her like an awful tidal wave.

Horrified, Erica hurriedly turned to look at Asher for a solution.

A dark storm raged in Asher’s face. He was so furious at her that he couldn’t utter a single word.

“A-Asher, I…”

In a fit of nervousness, she grabbed his sleeve. To her chagrin, he shook her hand off and shoved her away in anger.

“You absolute moron!” Asher howled, livid.

He couldn’t care less about his image anymore; at least, not under these circumstances. The Harrison Group had just survived a crisis, but his wife was insane enough to purchase a stupid music box for the astronomical price of fifteen million dollars!

“You bid for it yourself, so find the money to pay by yourself. I won’t clean up after your mess.”

So saying, Asher spun on his heels and left the place in a huff. Erica was left standing dumbly, all alone and at a complete loss.

What should she do? What could she do?! How was she supposed to solve this problem? She couldn’t think of anything!

Desolate, she slumped into the chair with her back drenched in cold sweat. Her head was spinning from the pressure.

Right now, Eliana was no longer in her thoughts. She didn’t have the leisure to consider anything about Eliana! All she wanted was to escape this terrifying hell as soon as she could.

and attempted to sneak away while everyone was busy focusing on the auction, trying to be as inconspicuous

had left before the auction’s end, they kept

are you going?” The person in charge stepped forward and immediately blocked her way right as Erica

feels a bit too depressing. So, I… I thought I’d go out for a quick stroll to get some air,” Erica stammered, barely

back on your bid?” the man asked, his face disdainful.

the proud Erica’s self-esteem. Refusing to back down, she gritted her teeth and barked, “What a laugh! Who said I am?! It’s just a bit of money! I’ll sign the check

but I’m afraid you can’t sign

stared at him in confusion, her jaw

hasn’t been restored yet. Thus, all the checks under the Harrison Group name

should I do? Perhaps I can

held fast to her pride, adamant on

also accept

stretched out his hand with a sly smile, much like a shrewd

of several auction participants. Now, many people had

Erica couldn’t hold in the shame filling her. She was

card from her bag and hand it to the man with great reluctance. The act itself,

from his subordinate and quickly swiped the

in dismay as

sorry, Mrs. Harrison, but the balance in

“R-Really? Dear me…”

her bag and hurriedly took

another beep

but this

can’t be!

as

pay the bill or not?” After so many failed transactions, the

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