Chapter 377


    “That gem!” Dustin was full of excitement at the appearance of the red gemstone. He had resigned him


    self to leaving empty–handed today, but as luck would have it, he chanced upon another


    treasure.


    “Hmph, what a country bumpkin. What’s so exciting about a red gemstone?” Taking in the excited look


    on Dustin’s face, Ja looked at him in contempt. “I’ve got plenty of those at home. Only a country bum


    pkin like you who hasn’t seen the world will think it’s special.”


    Dustin ignored her and focused his gaze on


    the red gemstone on stage. Its surface was colored a blood–


    like deep crimson, and its shape was simr to a cbash. On the surface, it looked ordinary. However,


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    its desirabilityy in its size, and after some processing, it would undoubtedly turn out to be invaluable.


    In the eyes of a professional jeweler, this was definitely the finest red crimson.


    Roderick was


    confused. “Mr. Rhys, do you like it?” Dustin didn’t seem like someone who would covet precious


    stones, especially with his status. It was just an uncut gemstone. Although it was a precious treasure, it


    didn’t particrly stand out.


    “I must take this item home.” His answer was simple, yet full of resolution.


    “Alright! As long as you like it, even if I spend my entire fortune, I’ll make sure to get it for you!” Roderic


    k spoke candidly. This was a


    rare opportunity for him to impress Dustin, and he was determined to seize it.


    “This is an extremely rare gemstone that was recovered from the deep sea. The starting bid is 50 millio


    n dors. Every subsequent raise must not be less than one million. Let’s start!” After a short introductio


    n, the auctioneer dered the start of the bidding. In less than no time, the atmosphere returned to its fi


    ery state.


    “55 million!”


    “60 million!”


    “I’m raising it to 68 million!”


    A flurry of wealthy individuals eagerly raised their paddles, igniting fiercepetition. Considering the s


    ize of the gemstone, a conservative estimate ced its value at no less than two to three hundred milli


    on. As a businessman, Roderick was naturally well aware of its worth. In order to discourage other pote


    ntial bidders, he promptly raised his paddle and dered, “300 million!”


    The previously bustling atmosphere instantly grew heavy as Roderick’s words reverberated through the


    room. Many shook their heads and sighed in resignation. They knew that challenging Big Buck Brooks


    would be futile when he had his eyes on something. No one present possessed the wealth to surpass h


    im.


    “Mr. Roderick has raised the bid to 300 million. Is there anyone willing to offer a higher price?” The auct


    ioneer scanned the audience, but the potential bidders had all quieted down.


    At that moment, Ja suddenly raised her paddle. “I’ll raise


    it to 400 million.” Her eyes gleamed with provocation, clearly trying to start another fight with them.


    “500 million.” Roderick didn’t back down.


    Ja shed a smile. “600 million.” She knew they had their sights set on the gemstone and intentional


    ly raised the bid, nning on taking them for their worth.


    “700 million.” Roderick was expressionless.


    “800 million.” Ja tilted her head up, seemingly ready to fight till the end.


    “900 million.”