Marcus shouted, trying to reach me, but Victor immediately blocked his path with a very threatening stare.
"That wasn't a trap, Marcus. It was a security system," I replied coolly. "A system you tried to dismantle for the sake of your own ego."
The auctioneer returned to the microphone. "After consulting with the legal team, we find that Mr. Collins' objection holds legal merit. Based on public fund protection regulations, Dione Infra's bid is declared technically null and void due to its inability to meet minimum liquidity requirements."
Clara slumped back into her seat. The world seemed to collapse around her. Under the grand crystal chandelier, she appeared small and fragile.
"Therefore," the auctioneer continued, "the last valid offer stands from Mr. Henry Collins at four hundred f
