Chapter 212 Do You Like the Show?

The auction was in full swing. Just when everyone was eager to see what item would come up next, the emcee exclaimed, “Ladies and gentlemen. Don’t you think you’ve seen enough jewelry?

“The next item is a wristwatch from the forties. There are twenty-nine gems on it! It’s one of the best vintage watches we’ve ever seen! Let’s unveil it.”

The spotlight focused on a rectangular glass shelf on the stage. Everyone stared at it, eyes glinting.

“What a splendid watch!”

“Seconded. It’s such a rare work of art. The fact that it’s from the forties makes it worth collecting!”

“The starting price is going to be steep. I’m a little curious about who will win the bid for it tonight.”

Maia frowned and looked at the wristwatch. She kept her peripheral vision on Tess and found that she, too, had her eyes fixed on it. Tess clutched at her gown. She was nervous.

A few seconds later, Tess pulled her gaze away and looked at Maia. “Is that it, Maia?”

Maia looked at her and nodded solemnly. “That’