Chapter 1069
Angela said, “The Hardings and Knights used to have an excellent relationship. However, my husband and his family moved to one of the neighboring cities, which caused our families to grow distant.
“From that perspective, I’m something of an aunt to you, Bonnie. Are you sure you want to compete with me?”
She could guess Bonnie and Sydney had a rocky relationship. Angela only said those things to sow discord between the two, intending to see them bicker before mocking Sydney for it. However, Angela did not expect Sydney to be wiser than her.
The former thought, ‘I can tell Bonnie’s a tough nut to crack. I need to prevent her from humiliating me.’
Meanwhile, Bonnie knew Angela was trying to gaslight her. The former grinned and said, “The highest bidder gets the item. That’s how it has always worked in auctions. If you want the necklace, why don’t you bid on it instead of telling me all that crap?This text is © NôvelDrama/.Org.
“Is it because you don’t have enough money to challenge my bid? That must be why you’re trying to coerce me into giving up the necklace by saying you’re something of an aunt to me.”
Sydney laughed heartily, “Hahaha! Just admit that you can’t afford to challenge my niece, Angela. My family is way weather and more powerful than yours. Also, Ivor has more than enough money to spend. He’s pleased to let his wife spend it all. Don’t feel bad about losing to Bonnie.”
“Damn you!” Angela was outraged as she pointed at Sydney tremblingly.
On the other hand, Sydney was thrilled.
‘Angela has trumped me for too long. I can finally raise my head and look her in the eyes. I admit Bonnie’s the best when it comes to riling people up. I should’ve let her handle Angela much earlier. Now, Angela will think twice before crossing me again.’
The other women witnessed their exchange and began to discuss it.
“Angela has always looked down on us because her husband dotes on her. Now, she got her ass handed to her by Ivor’s wife,”
“I agree that Angela’s too cocky and prideful. I’m sure she can’t take the humiliation of being outbid by a young lady.”
“Well, Angela shouldn’t have been so full of herself. Finally, someone here can teach her a lesson. We’re in for a show, ladies,”
Angela overheard the others muttering about her. She balled her fists and thought, ‘Everyone wants to watch my downfall. I refuse to let Bonnie outbid me!’
With that in mind, Angela gritted her teeth and bid again, “Forty-two million dollars!”
‘I’ve always been above these other women. If I let Bonnie outbid me, they’ll never fear me again. I can’t let anyone humiliate me like this! I must preserve my pride, even if it means being careful with my spending after this.’
Bonnie looked at Angela and said sarcastically, “Did you only raise it by a million? You must be kidding. You should’ve raised it even higher.”
Angela reddened with rage and roared, “Stop trying to trick me! I’m sticking to my guns! If you don’t want to bid, shut up!”
‘Bonnie has spent quite a bit earlier. I refuse to believe she can afford to spend more.’
Bonnie chuckled and stared into Angela’s eyes. Then, the former slowly uttered, “One hundred and thirty- eight million dollars.”