Chapter 146: The Final Auction Item

Mary couldn’t believe it. She might not have control over Daphne, but surely she could find a way to manipulate Elena Campbell, right? “Elena Campbell, let’s be reasonable. I’ll raise my offer to $100,000 for that ginseng,” Mary said, her voice sharp with desperation. Elena remained expressionless. “I’m not selling it to you for $100,000. But if you really want it, here’s a suggestion: call the police. Tell them I paid a billion dollars for the ginseng, and you want to buy it for $100,000, but I won’t sell it to you. Maybe the police will help you out and arrest me.” “You… you…” Mary’s face flushed red with anger. Daphne couldn’t help but laugh. “Teacher, you’re amazing!” Elena frowned slightly. “Amazing? I’d rather not have to use this kind of ‘amazing’ on my own mother.” Daphne’s smile faltered, and she fell silent. It was true—having a mother like Mary was truly unfortunate. Even though Elena acted indifferent, it was impossible for her not to feel hurt or upset deep down. Af