Jonathan just laughed it off; it had nothing to do with him, so he kept quiet. Speaking too much would only invite annoyance.
After exchanging pleasantries, the auction officially began.
Today's auction was primarily related to charity, so most people weren't particularly concerned about what they could buy. After all, it was mostly about gaining face, and since it was for a good cause, nobody wanted to cause trouble intentionally.
Juliette looked at the list and found it somewhat lacking. To be honest, she already owned many of the items listed.
"Sigh, to be honest, I didn't even want to come. If my brother hadn't said it would be helpful for our company, I wouldn't have come."
Juliette was serious. She had only recently accepted the company's affairs, and there were many things she didn't understand. Coming here today was not only for relaxation but also to establish good relations with the authorities. There were many ways to do this, but the quickest was to leave a good impression through charity.
Sylvia looked earnestly at the booklet in her hand, searching for items she could use temporarily or gift to others.
"This ruby bracelet is quite nice, and this diamond hairpin is also lovely and delicate. How come you don't like any of them? Well, I guess you have high standards. How about looking at something else? This collection has quite a high value; you could give it to your dad."
Sylvia analyzed the items seriously, suggesting what they could buy. Juliette clicked her tongue twice on the side.
"No wonder my dad and brother told me to learn more from you, but not in matters of love. Your mind works so fast; I didn't expect you to have thought of so much already. Alright, let's go with what you said. Let's bid on all the items you've selected. But you said you'd bid for the crown for me earlier. You can't go back on your word; if you do, I won't play with you anymore."
Sylvia couldn't help but smile wryly. There was no need to say this. Although she had been a bit impulsive in matters of love, it wasn't entirely unreasonable. She simply liked someone, and in the end, she paid the price, didn't she? Of course, after experiencing all this, she didn't want her good friend to go through the same thing.
After all, anyone who has been in love knows this bitterness very well. She certainly wouldn't take it any further, and Juliette, who had clearly suffered, would step back now.
"It seems like you've been scheming against me behind my back. But these years, my actions have indeed been a bit foolish, so it's not surprising that you would say that about me. But next time, please don't tell me, the person involved, about it. It's awkward to hear."
Sylvia said seriously to Juliette, who chuckled a few times. Then they both focused their attention on the auction.
There was a slight adjustment in the auction order, and the first item to be auctioned was the ruby bracelet they had been eyeing.
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