Chapter 287

"Ladies and gentlemen, I've recently obtained a treasure! I could say that this is a gift from the heavens. I've specially invited you all here to take a look at it!" After speaking, Francis gestured to one of the staff. Two staff members walked over slowly while carefully carrying a gem. They then placed it on the platform in the center of the hall. Everyone had noticed the platform previously, but they hadn't understood its purpose. After all, it was too small to be used as a dining table. No one expected that the platform had been prepared to place the gem. Many guests craned their necks to take a look at it. "Mr. Sterling, what is this? Why is this stone cracked?" someone asked in confusion. "Everyone, this isn't just a stone. It's a gem I've obtained! There's an emerald inside it, and it's a bluish-green color. I've specially brought it here for all of you to admire," Francis shouted loudly. Suddenly, everyone in the room was filled with astonishment. Their eyes fixated on