Bonnie shrugged innocently, saying, “You should just say you don’t want any. Why do you have to blame me? I never said anything to upset you.”
“Just shut it, Bonnie. I can’t be bothered to argue with you anymore.” Sydney did not want to get angry, so she chose to stop arguing.
Under normal circumstances, Bonnie would not have listened to Sydney. The more the latter wanted to silence Bonnie, the more the latter would talk. However, Bonnie cared more about the auction now.
The women continued to purchase the items for bid as time went by. Before long, the auction was down to its best item of the day—a precious diamond necklace. The women were in awe when the staff member brought it onto the stage.
The gleaming diamond’s luster was unmatched under the chandelier. Everyone knew it was one of the best diamond necklaces they had ever seen at a glance. Even Sydney was in awe of the necklace. There was even a subtle excitement in her eyes.
“I can’t believe it’s the diamond necklace! I wonder what the starting bid will cost. I wish I could have it.”
Angela, sitting beside Sydney and Bonnie, heard Sydney’s words. Angela could not help but giggle arrogantly. Sydney turned toward the voice and saw Angela. Immediately after, Sydney questioned, “What are you laughing at?”
“Sydney, you’re married to one of the Knight family members. Why would you care about the bidding price? Just buy it,” Angela responded while showing off her diamond ring. “Well, I’m about to bid on that bracelet, too. Let’s see who wins.”
“I guess we’ll find out. I’m not afraid of you, by the way.” Sydney glared daggers at Angela.
Angela smirked again, looking like she did not consider Sydney a threat. The latter repaid Angela with a smirk and a scoff. Then, Sydney turned away, looking resentful and disgusted.
Bonnie raised her brows when she saw their interaction.
‘They look like rivals. They look like they detest each other.’
Bonnie said nothing. Instead, she silently watched them and decided to see how things played out. Meanwhile, the host smiled and spoke into the microphone, “I’m sure those with keen eyes can tell this diamond necklace has the finest diamond on the market.
“That’s why its starting bid is considerably higher than the previous items. The bidding price is seven million dollars. Don’t miss it if you like it, ladies!”
Sydney could not help but grumble, “Seven million, huh? That’s a steep start.”
‘I might be wealthy, but Gunnar works hard to earn money. Seven million is too much to spend.’
Angela rubbed her gilded bracelet and taunted her, “Sydney, why aren’t you raising your paddle? Are you scared of the price? Is your husband doing that poorly now? I pity you. Things are different for me now.
“My husband secured a massive project and gave me his card. He told me to spend it however I wanted and even said I couldn’t go home without emptying it. That’s why I can buy such things. I only need to lift a finger.
“You should watch your husband and tell him to make more money for you once you get home. Otherwise, you’ll never be able to spend like me.”
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