Chapter 829

Steven snorted coldly and raised the bid again. "810 million." "One billion!" When Steven declared the bid, even Troy couldn't help his lips twitching. Spending one billion on the Profound Earthly Gold Liquid was something the Quarrys could afford, but it felt utterly wasteful. If it weren't for Jared's interference, they could've secured it for just 20 million at most. Troy felt a burning urge to crush Jared on the spot. "Mr. Gregory, if you plan to keep bidding, you'd better think carefully whether you have the money for it," Steven said with a frown. He added a stern warning, "If you keep raising the price on purpose and I back out, you won't be able to afford it. The four great families won't let you off easily." Jared truly didn't have the money for such an amount. Hearing the bid of one billion made him truly consider giving up. However, Steven's words ignited his stubbornness. Determined to annoy Steven one last time, he stiffened his neck and pushed forward. "There's