Chapter 85

100 million dollars… It was a new record. As soon as Zayn said that, the entire auction hall immediately focused on him. The old man up front was clearly upset that the beauty he almost had was taken by someone else. However, when he saw Zayn's strikingly handsome face, he sadly put his paddle back on the table. While 100 million dollars was indeed a significant sum, it was within reach for some. But Zayn was not someone they could afford to offend. As the new CEO of Carter Group, backed by several elite families including the Carters, Griffins, Jaggers, and Dawsons, Zayn had the power to acquire anything he desired. His influence extended beyond Havenpoint to all of Marley. Who would dare to compete with him? "Why are you doing this, Zayn?" Thane took quite a while to calm down after being shocked by Zayn's bid. "A gentleman doesn't steal another man's girl. Venus caught my eye first. You can't compete with me for her. Zayn, if you consider me a friend, you'll back off. Don't c