Listening to Ethan's mockery, the auction room buzzed with whispers and chuckles. Joan clenched his fists, his gaze deadly as he glared at Ethan, issuing a silent but clear threat.
Although Joan had initiated the provocation, he felt utterly humiliated by Ethan in front of everyone. Ethan, however, simply smiled and ignored him. Joan had chosen to stand against Ethan, and he needed to be prepared for the consequences. Ethan had no intention of showing mercy to his enemies anymore.
Joan, completely unprepared for this mental battle, was left fuming. After this brief clash, the auction continued. Thanks to Joan's extravagant bid on the first item, Grace was quite excited.
The next item was a large pearl, the size of a pigeon egg, placed on a beautiful silver stand, radiating a silvery-whi
