Chapter 30: Semi-Gamble Stone

"Mr. 99 bids one million four hundred thousand!" "One million five hundred thousand!" A guy in the back row raised his paddle. Although the number of bidders decreased, the price continued to rise. "One million six hundred thousand!" Coral raised her paddle, deciding to take the gamble! Suddenly, the atmosphere quieted down, and Leo noticed hesitation on a few faces. "Lot 33, the lady, bids one million six hundred thousand. Any higher bids?" The auctioneer scanned the room. Even though everyone attending the auction was wealthy, their money didn't come easily. Full-gamble stones carried too much risk—losing meant throwing away over a million dollars, which was heartbreaking for anyone. "One million seven hundred thousand!" A bald, chubby man gritted his teeth and raised his paddle. Antony's eyes focused on Coral's face, curious about her unusual behavior. She usually played it safe and had never bid on a full-gamble stone before. When he saw the man beside Coral, a flash of co