Chapter 217 The auction continuedte into the night , with many guests still buzzing with excitement .


    The attendees could not stop discussing the two spectacr bidding wars that had taken ce .


    earlier .


    Without exception , all the drama centered around someone named Andrew .


    Michael turned to Harvey with a consoling tone , saying , Harvey , cheer up .


    After all , the crown still ended up in your hands .


    He added , Sure , Andrew may be insufferable , but in the end , he backed down and didnt darepete with you .


    Harveys forced smile looked more painful than genuine .


    He did not think Andrew backed down .


    Instead , that bastard had pushed him to the absolute limit with his underhanded tactics .


    Of course , Harvey did not say his thoughts aloud .


    Despite the burning rage in his heart , he maintained a gracious facade as he epted Michaels attempts at constion .


    me , but Finley let out a cold short .


    He spat , This guys got some nerve .


    Not only did he offend he also showedplete disrespect to both of you .


    Fine by me ! Ill be staying in Jayrodale for the foreseeable future .


    That punk wont get away unscathed .


    In the auction houses private reception room , Andrew received the Celestial Nymphaea , carefully packaged in an elegant box .


    Here you are , Mr.


    Lloyd , Elsie said with a radiant smile , her eyes conveying unspoken interest .


    As Andrew prepared to leave with his prize , a hint of disappointment crossed Elsies stunning face .


    She pouted , Mr.


    Lloyd , ording to our auction house tradition , such generous bidders are entitled to a private meeting with me .


    Andrew was puzzled .


    A private meeting ? What is it for ? Elsie bit her lip shyly and lowered her gaze , mumbling , To put it simply , its like a private date .


    Andrew finally understood and chuckled .


    That wont be necessary .


    Goodbye ! he said , turning to leave .


    Elsie stood there stunned , unable to believe that Andrew had not even considered her offer .


    She had practically thrown herself at him , yet he showed zero interest .


    Elsie stomped her foot in frustration , wondering , What kind of man doesnt get the hint ? Elsie , Ss said , stepping out with a faint smile .


    Sometimes , its just not meant to be .


    Dont take it to heart .


    Elsie was the face of the auction house , the belle of Radiant Group .


    She had never faced such 1/2 Chapter 217 treatment before .


    She red at Ss and huffed .


    Mr.


    Vaughn , you saw it too ! I couldnt have made it any more obvious , and he still didnt care .


    Does Lauren have something I dont ? Ss shook his head .


    Its not about being less attractive than Lauren or your beauty falling short .


    Then what is it ? Elsie demanded impatiently .


    Ss paused , his tone turning serious .


    Because you and Mr.


    Lloyd are not from the same world .


    He continued , Your charm and talent might work on people like Harvey or Michael , but for someone like him ? Theyre just not enough .


    Not even close .


    Elsie bristled .


    Mr.


    Vaughn , youre exaggerating ! What is he , some kind of Braundville elite or something ? Ss gave her a meaningful look .


    Ha ! Elites from Braundville would only be fit to shine his shoes .


    Elsie froze , her jaw dropping slightly as the weight of his words sank in .


    Braundvilles elites would be lucky to shine his shoes ? Since when did Jayrodale have such a formidable figure ?