Chapter 339 Andrew smiled .


    Dont mention it .


    I didnt do much for Dr.


    Aicker anyway .


    That relic just seemed to have a natural connection with him .


    Elsie stood quietly to the side , observing Andrew with subtle interest .


    Her thoughts churned as she wondered to herself , Could a man like this truly exist ? Someone soposed , charming , and effortlessly skilled in everything he does ? From his demeanor and words to his charisma and even his looks , Andrew checked every box for Elsie .


    She had to admit he had a maic pull on her , yet she felt a pang of disappointment .


    No matter .


    she did , her charm did not catch his attention at all .


    Just then , a staff member whispered something in Elsies ear , and she hesitated for a moment before speaking up .


    Mr.


    Lloyd , the Jayrodale Antiques Association would like to invite you to join as a member .


    Are you interested ? Andrew instinctively wanted to decline .


    He was never one to care about club memberships , VIP titles , ormittee positions .


    Thosebels might impress others , but they held no appeal for him , as he preferred to keep to himself .


    Before he could turn it down , Francesca interjected with a cheerfulugh .


    Thats a great honor ! Ive heard that being part of the antiques association earns you much respect .


    Andrew , this is perfect for you , especially at your age .


    Thank you so much , Ms.


    Santana ! Elsies face lit up .


    Then its settled ! Ill speak to the association president and let them know Mr.


    Lloyd is officially joining our association .


    With both women looking so pleased , Andrew felt it would be rude to dampen their excitement , so he held back his objections .


    He let out a small sigh , resigned to going along with their enthusiasm for now .


    After a short break , Elsie announced , Mr.


    Lloyd , were about to start the highlight of the antiques festival .


    Andrew raised an eyebrow , intrigued .


    I thought the event was already lively enough .


    Whats this highlight youre talking about ? Elsie gave him a sly smile and whispered , The most thrilling part of the festival is stone gambling .


    Its a tradition where fortunes are made or lost on the gamble of what lies .


    hidden inside raw stones .


    Francescas eyes sparkled with excitement .


    Oh , Ive heard about that ! Its all about the adrenaline rush and the thrill of the unknown , right ? Even wealthy collectors and business.


    tycoons are cautious about ying , though .


    Elsie nodded .


    Exactly .


    The stakes are so high that one mistake or streak of bad luck could ruin someonepletely .


    I once saw a prominent antiques expert risk his entire fortune on a 1/2  Chapter 339 single uncut stone .


    When the stone turned out to be worthless , he lost everything and eventually ended up on the streetspletely broken .


    Francescas expression turned sympathetic .


    To gamble away everything for something so uncertain … Why would anyone do that ? The risk seems far too great its like betting your entire life on one spin of a roulette wheel .


    Andrew shrugged and said calmly , Thats exactly the allure of stone gambling .


    People enjoy the process of turning nothing into something , of taking a risk and hoping for a reward .


    Youd be surprised how many are drawn to the thrill .


    Francesca looked at Elsie in surprise .


    Ms.


    Santana , is Andrew right ? Are that many people really into this ? Elsie smiled knowingly .


    Hes absolutely right .


    The magic of stone gambling lies in its unpredictability and the hope it offers .


    Even knowing the risks , people still cant resist diving in , chasing that one chance to strike it big .


    Francesca shook her head in disbelief .


    I honestly cant understand how anyone could take a risk like that .