Chapter 88

The once-bustling crowd hushed instantly, all eyes on the newcomer.

"I'm Luis Garrie, the coordinator for the Walker family's estate cooperation project. First off, I'd like to thank everyone who's come to vie for this partnership. Your presence is much appreciated! However, let me make one thing clear. If you've brought a gift, consider yourself out of the running. No entry for you! Those who came empty-handed, step on up!" Luis's voice boomed with authority.

His announcement sent a shockwave through the gift-bearers at the door, their smugness replaced by sheer panic. They exchanged frantic glances, completely thrown off by the turn of events.

No one had anticipated that bringing a gift would bar them from entry, instantly stripping them of their chance to compete.

A man in a gray suit, looking anxious, stepped forward and pleaded, "Mr. Garrie, what's going on? We came in good faith. Isn't there anything we can do?"

Luis cut the man off impatiently with a wave of his hand. "Yeah