The entire audience watched the unfolding drama, completely speechless. Anthony and Landon were locked in a fierce bidding battle. The price for this small piece of jade had soared past 20 million, far exceeding everyone's expectations. No matter how rare it was, it remained just a piece of stone. These auctions were primarily about building business connections, where bidding served as a subtle display of status. Typically, when someone showed serious interest, others would gracefully withdraw. But such direct competition was almost unprecedented at Mistveil Manor's auctions. Anthony's gaze remained fixed on Chloe. After his earlier flirtatious remarks, anyone unaware of the truth might suspect something between them. Those two slaps from Joseph clearly hadn't taught Anthony any lesson. Now he was causing trouble again—was he deliberately seeking confrontation? Landon glanced at Eugene, then looked past him directly at Chloe. "Looks like getting this jade won't be easy. But valuable stuff never comes without effort, right?" "Twenty-five million," Landon called out, not giving Anthony any breathing room. Anthony's expression darkened at the new price, and he countered, "Twenty-six million." All eyes returned to Landon, awaiting his response. Selina, seated beside Landon, gently tugged his sleeve and whispered something in his ear. A subtle smile played on Landon's lips. He appeared to be enjoying this bidding contest. Just as everyone anticipated Landon's next move, another voice cut through the tension. "Thirty million!"The person who shouted 30 million wasn't Landon or Anthony—it was Arthur, the head of the Myers family, seated behind Joseph. Arthur raised his hand and announced the price, stunning everyone present. Remembering the scene before the auction began, the murmuring crowd quickly formed their own theories. Arthur was Chloe's ex. Was he trying to win her back? "Arthur, have you lost your mind?" Madilyn's eyes widened in disbelief. She glared at him, wishing she could slap some sense into him, but Jennifer sat between them, blocking her reach. Jennifer stared at Arthur in shock, unable to believe what she'd just heard. Arthur's hand remained perfectly steady. His eyes fixed on the Sleep-Soothing Jade displayed on stage, he called out the price without hesitation. "Arthur!" Noticing Madilyn's furious expression, Jennifer reached out to gently pull Arthur's arm, but he completely ignored her, his attention entirely captured by the auction item. The guests watched in stunned silence. Within moments, the price had skyrocketed to 30 million. It was supposed to go up by 500 thousand each time, yet these wealthy players were raising by millions as if it were nothing. Anthony hadn't expected Arthur to join the fray. It seemed Chloe truly was an enchantress—she certainly knew how to entangle men! He snorted disdainfully. The more intense the competition became, the more exciting it felt! Without challenge, it wouldn't be worth his time. "Thirty-two million." Anthony lounged lazily on the sofa, signaling the host as he called out his new offer. "This is becoming quite entertaining," Landon remarked, showing no intention of backing down. He raised again. "Thirty-four million.""Thirty-six million." Arthur countered. Anthony's face darkened. The bidding had far exceeded reasonable expectations. Even if this stone had fallen from heaven, the price was becoming absurd. Continuing would simply become a display of wealth among the rich. Anthony's eyes turned cold. He nearly shouted, his annoyance evident, "Thirty-seven million!" "Thirty-eight million." Landon raised again without hesitation. "Forty million." This time, Arthur's voice rang out even louder. He didn't give anyone a second to react—right on the heels of Landon's bid, he shouted out 40 million. Forty million was an astronomical figure. Everyone noticed the drama going on and stayed silent. No one could tell how it'd finish. "Arthur, what do you think you're doing?" Madilyn muttered through gritted teeth, her frustration mounting.Arthur paid her no attention. Anthony shot Arthur a frosty glare. He already felt irritated by Landon's presence, and now Arthur had joined the competition. He would remember these people. "Forty-one million," Anthony called out, determined to pressure Arthur. "Forty-three million." Arthur raised again. The prices continued climbing rapidly, leaving the host no opportunity to speak.