Chapter 105

Jacob's eyes flickered. Then, he asked hesitantly, "Is the source of the information reliable?" "It's a gimmick released by the organizers, but it shouldn't be false," Simon answered. Jacob grunted in response, "Let's drive first." Nicole and Sue arrived at the pharmaceutical auction an hour earlier than the official starting time. The auctioneer personally greeted them and led them to a separate auction room on the second floor. "Ms. Barnes, this is the room Mr. Lloyd has arranged for you," the auctioneer said as he ushered them to their room. "Mr. Lloyd said he's put your name out there today. It attracted so many herb seekers to the auction. He asked me to arrange a room for you on the second floor. The view is good here, and no one can spy on you. Please be rest assured," he continued. Nicole nodded, pointing out, "I noticed Verdigrassia isn't on the auction list today. Is that herb not available?" "It is, and it will be part of the finale of the auction, and the boss has a