As the auctioneer's gavel struck the block, sealing the deal, applause erupted like thunder throughout the venue.
Clap! Clap! Clap!
Many of the young female guests looked at Frank Yates with fiery eyes. In their view, this handsome young man in the bespoke suit must be a hidden billionaire scion, a prince in disguise. To outbid the heir of the Wainright family without blinking? That was the epitome of power and dominance.
Frank let out a long breath, relaxing his shoulders. The tension of the bidding war drained away, leaving a satisfied calm. This trip was worth it. The Blood Jade Dagger was his. He could feel its connection to him already.
"President Lacy, thank you," Frank said to Jade Lacy beside him, his voice sincere. "I will repay the loan immediately."
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