Chapter 40: Winner or Loser?

"This is really awesome, isn't it? The owners of the largest malls in the country are now competing to get the item for tonight's auction." The host said while waiting for Alex's bid.

I saw when Andrew pressed the keys on the iPad with a triumphant smile on his face. Then, the screen flashed the latest bid from Alex, amounting to $25 million.

Alright, you win! Sorry dad, I will not be able to bring home the diamond necklace. I uttered to myself. I could sense that Alex would not stop bidding higher than me even if we reached hundreds of millions of dollars.

"Any amount higher than $25 million, Ms. Walton?" I heard the host ask. I just smil