Chapter 757

The bidding continued unabated, with the final offer climbing to 35 million. Alexander frowned and remarked, "Isn't the young lady from the Ruell family unusually stubborn today?" 35 million was far beyond the item's actual value. Skylar glanced back at Vera, who wore a smug smile, her inherent sense of superiority palpable. Despite the myriad thoughts racing through Skylar's mind, the latter would always remain inferior to Vera. 35 million was no small sum, and Vera didn't seem to believe Alexander would continue bidding merely to indulge her. After the staff announced 35 million three times, Vera's smile widened. Skylar averted her gaze. Alexander remarked, "I'll inform her grandfather later." Skylar nodded but said nothing. The auction proceeded with a few more items. The next lot was an antique painting in pristine condition, with a starting bid of three million. Alexander had already acquired two contentious items, but the antique painting was hotly contested between him