Chapter 38


    Those starlets who made trouble were ejected from the venue, and Pearl, who had sshed wine on them, decided to leave.


    She wanted to go, but Hubert and ine wouldn’t allow


    it. They persuaded Pearl to stay, and Hubert even coaxed her, “Well, well, don’t be upset. Once the auction starts, tell me what you like, and I’ll buy it for


    He escorted her outside andined. “Next time you face such a situation, can you call out to me instead of handling it yourself? What if you get hur


    hurt will kill me!”


    His indulgent behavior and doting attitude to Pearl left onlookers stunned.


    The curious crowd spected about the nature of Hubert and Pearl’s rtionship. They all vaguely understood the close ties between the Law family an


    However, after this dramatic “wine–sshing incident,” the people gossiping about Pearl fell silent and dared not utter a word.


    As the crowd dispersed, Marc observed Hubert putting his arm around Pearl’s shoulders, and his eyes darkened, and there was a sparkle of cold look in


    In a deep voice, he asked, “Are they rted by blood?”


    Lucas hesitated before responding. “It’s hard to say. We don’t know much about Pearl’s background. As for Hubert, it’s rumored that he wasn’t born to M


    siblings, so could they be step- siblings?”


    Marc’s mouth tightened into a thin line.


    So, Hubert and Pearl weren’t rted by blood. He couldn’t ept Hubert approaching


    Pearl.


    The evening party was lively, with Zero Hour featuring several popr models on the


    runway, apanied by dynamic music that quickly raised the atmosphere.


    Many popr celebrities also performed on stage, including a young man who had recently gained fame from a popr drama. He sang and


    danced to a self–


    written track, causing the audience to scream and cheer uncontrobly. Some celebrities in the crowd couldn’t contain their excitement and turned into e


    cheering.


    Pearl sat in the front row of seats, maintaining a dignified posture and a calm expression. However, her intense gaze betrayed her appreciation.


    Hubert sat beside her and introduced them. “This is Peter Smith, an artist from Starfield Media. He was originally destined for a career in singing and dan


    “His singing and dancing skills aren’t bad. It’s a shame he didn’t pursue a singing career,” Pearl responded casually.


    Hubert nced at her and said nonchntly, “Do you like him? Should I introduce you?”


    Pearl shook her head gently. “Now his career is on the rise. There is no need for me to add brilliance to his present splendor, and he might not be interes


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    Hubert exined, “Woolery Starry Media has been struggling due to Errol’s influence, and it’s been gued by hegative press in recent years. It needs a


    Pearl shook her head again, a hint of concern evident in her furrowed brows. “Initially, my mother started Woolery Starry Media for Henry, but now it’s be


    intention. I won’t allow that to continue.


    Hubert nodded. “Henry is still filming in remote locations, and I think it’s almost done. When he’s back, we shall have a meal together.”


    The mention of Henry and the others softened Pearl’s usuallyposed demeanor, and she responded with a soft, affectionate voice. “Okay.”


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    her.


    Marc sat diagonally across from Pearl, who was clearly in a good mood. Observing the closeness between her and Hubert, he couldn’t help but feel une


    Although Pearl had be to her former look with good manners, her rxed behavior in


    front of Hubert was different from what Marc had seen before.


    It left Marc wondering about the true nature of their rtionship.


    After dinner, ine, the editor–in–


    chief of Zero Hour, took the stage to deliver a speech. Known as a “fashion maven” in the fashion industry, ine was a trendsetter and a phnthropic l


    ine didn’t have much to say, and after expressing her gratitude with a few simple words, she changed her topic to the charity auction and mentioned t


    For many celebrities, the evening party was already over, but the real fun was just beginning for Pearl.


    She didn’t regret causing a scene earlier tonight, but in the end, she felt slightly sorry for ine. In the spirit of making amends, Pearl naturally wanted to


    ine.


    As they moved to the auction hall, Pearl still upied the front row of seats. However, the lighting dimmed slightly around her in case someone would ta


    Onstage, the host was introducing the lots offered by the guests. Pearl hade empty- handed tonight but decided to contribute by donating the emera


    was wearing.


    “Lot 01 is a pair of emerald bracelets donated by ine Law, starting at 20 thousand


    dors!”


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    “40 thousand dors!”


    “60 thousand dors!”


    “Any higher? 80 thousand dors!”


    “100 thousand dors!”


    Pearl had just raised her bid card when the auctioneer’s excited voice called out. “100 thousand dors once! 100 thousand dors twice! 100 thousand


    It was an excellent and exciting start, and ine’s face lit up as she stood to apud Pearl. Pearl gave her a subtle nod and a smile.


    “Lot 02 is a gemstone screen donated by Manfred Day, the president of Day Group, starting at 40 thousand dors!”


    Manfred stood up and raised his hand with a smile.


    Tina sat next to him, her face full of pride.


    Hubert cast a faint nce at Manfred, narrowed his eyes, and then focused on the small item on the stage. He asked Pearl, “Is it real?”


    Pearl nced at the information book of the lots in her hand without lifting her head and replied, “Just a worthless trinket. Uncle Ralph has a bunch of the


    Otherwise, why did Manfred bring Tina to an asion like this?


    At the same time, Lucas also questioned. “Is this thing worth 40 thousand dors?”


    Marc was scanning the information book of the lots, his gaze fixed on the four enameled bowls, as he spoke casually, “The gemstone on it isn’t worth mu


    hardly an antique. If you want it, give me the money, and I’ll go to the stall and buy one for you.”


    Lucas approached and inquired. “How much can I buy it for at the stall?”


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    “200 dors at the most”


    Lucas was speechless.


    He gave Manfred a disdainful nce and didn’t want to look at his disgusting face


    anymore.


    But in the end, those in the crowd with an untrained eye heard the word “gemstone” and believed it was valuable. They vigorously raised their bidding sig


    Lucas and Hubert both pitied that misguided buyer.


    The auction was in full swing, with more than a dozen items already auctioned off, and the total amount raised had reached one million dors. Pearl allo


    painting, neither of which was particrly valuable.


    “Feeling better


    now?” Hubert asked with a smile. Pearl raised her eyebrows and responded with a nod. Hubert yfully tapped her forehead and said, “Look at you.”


    Marc observed Hubert’s actions, and his grip on the information book tightened


    voluntarily. His eyes shot over like daggers.


    The next item up for auction is an emerald pendant ne from Brunew donated by “earl Woolery, the president of Woolery Group, with a starting bid


    s soon as the auctioneer’s words hit the room, the entire audience erupted into an uproar, stantly buzzing with excitement.