Chapter 490

Byron was sweating profusely, and his legs were trembling uncontrollably. The memory of being beaten badly by Alexander was still fresh in his mind, leaving him shaken.

He didn't dare to act rashly.

Frederick raised an eyebrow. "So, Alexander's opinion matters more to you than your girlfriend with leukemia?"

"Y-You don't understand!" Byron's face turned red, struggling to get the words out.

Ignoring him, Frederick turned and boldly raised his paddle. "1.2 billion!"

His action was akin to a single stone that had instantly caused a thousand ripples. The originally calm hall erupted into a great commotion.

"Someone's bidding!"

"1.2 billion! He's adding a hundred million at a time! He's clearly disrespecting Mr. Lopez!"

"And he's from the lowest tier! Is he a newbie? How can he be so ignorant of the rules?"

Byron was shocked. "Mr. Lester, what are you doing?"

"You don't dare to do it, right? So, I'll bid for you. That way, Mr. Lopez won't take his anger out on you," Frederick re