Chapter 492 Joseph’s Mother Is Alive

A wicked grin adorned Joseph's handsome face as he said, "I’m sure you’ve heard the phrase."

"What phrase?"

"Being too clever can be your own undoing," he replied.

Chloe was still unsure about this and asked, "Are you absolutely certain about this?"

Such matters seemed simple on the surface, but in reality, they required a profound understanding of human nature and the ability to discern the other person's mind.

Joseph proudly lifted his chin and said, "Just watch."

Seeing his confidence, Chloe began to wait quietly.

"Any other bids?" the emcee asked the audience, "In that case, 150 million going once! 150 million going twice! 150 million going—"

"160 million!" Otto interrupted the host as he looked at Joseph challengingly.

Joseph smiled gracefully. "Very well. It's yours then."

Otto gritted his teeth, his fingers clenching tightly and his joints cracking audibly, showing signs of nervousness. His assistant tried to reassure him, "It's all right, Mr. Otto. We’ve already secur