Chapter 319

Jacob wondered if Nicole would even believe him if he admitted he had been secretly helping her. He decided it would be better to wait and tell her later. Nicole murmured softly, "This auction doesn't seem particularly special. Nothing here stands out. Maybe I just don't have an eye for these things." Although others might not have heard her, Jacob caught every word. Nicole's attention was solely on the jewelry, which held significant importance for her. "Don't worry," Jacob said, attempting to reassure her. "The Barnes family's jewelry will be up for bidding soon. I'm sure you'll be able to secure it. No one will outbid you." At that moment, the Barnes family's jewelry was displayed on stage. "Ladies and gentlemen, we now present the long-lost jewelry of the Barnes family," the auctioneer declared. The crowd's attention immediately shifted to the stage. Many attendees had come specifically to bid on the Barnes family's jewelry. They arrived with substantial funds and a keen de