Steven smiled with a hint of amusement. âMs. Bella, you asked me to keep an eye on the Gold familyâs
activities, and I made an interesting discovery.â
Bella smiled slyly. âI expected it. Without Salvador Corporationâs help, the Gold family would have had
to find ways to raise money to fill the hole. But I thought they would sell their house or land. I didnât
expect them to just sell some jewelry. Tsk, tsk. I guess theyâre wealthier than they look.â
âTheyâre just burning the last bit of money to stay alive. Itâs not as satisfying to see them slowly wither
out than to collapse all at once.
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Steven snorted coldly. âThatâs their retribution for defaming us!â
Bella did not say anything else. She just looked through the files of the pawned items leisurely.
Not many people know that the Thompson family had a large-scale pawn shop in Savrow and
Hatchbay.
Wyatt liked to collect antiques-calligraphy, paintings, and rare treasures. Thus, he secretly set up two
pawn shops so that he would be able to receive some unexpected treasures.
He had found many treasures in the past few years in the pawn shop. After all, not many people
redeemed their pawned items within the stipulated time.
Suddenly, Bella widened her eyes. Her fingertips trembled slightly.
When she saw âThe Flaming Heartâ, she suppressed the surge of blood rushing to her chest. Her eyes
were filled with mockery and anger.
This necklace was a token of love that Justin gave Rosalind. He went through hoops to get this for
Rosalind two years ago. When she first saw this pendant under the light two years ago, Bella fell
deeply in love with it.
At that time, she dreamed that the necklace was for her. She hoped that Justin would give her a gift.
She would still be ecstatic if he gave her something inexpensive, even a pebble.
However, that was merely her dream.
Justin only gave gifts to the people he loved. Since he did not love her, she did not deserve a gift from
him.
In the end, Rosalind sold off Justinâs thoughtful gift that represented his love for her. Bella felt like
laughing when she saw this, but she felt bitter about it.
âIâm curious to see how Justin will react if he finds out about this.â
âWhat did you say?â Steven did not hear her murmur.
âThe Gold family doesnât know what theyâre selling. This necklace costs at least eight figures, but
theyâre selling it for $7 million? We made a huge profit out of this!â Bella flashed a devious smile.
At this time, her phone rang. It was her eldest brother calling.
âHey, Ash!â Bella regained her composure. Her voice was as sweet as honey.
âBella, how are you? Are you tired? Is there anything you need help with?â Asher was gentle and
thoughtful.
âIâm not tired. But you shouldnât overwork yourself. Take a break sometimes.â
They chatted for a while before Asher said, âThere is a charity auction on the weekend. Why donât you
attend it on my behalf? Dad asked me to help him buy the antique rosewood chair. His budget is $100
million. But I have to go to church on the weekend, so I wonât be free. Can I trouble you to buy that
chair for Dad?â
âMe? What should I go as? Girlfriend of the KS Groupâs president?â Bella teased him, picked up a
chocolate bar, and took a bite.
âSure.â
Bella was dumbfounded.
âYou can be whoever you want to be as long as you go in my stead. Why donât you tell everyone that
youâre the Thompson familyâs treasure?â
Bella chewed on the chocolate and nodded. âThat seems like a good idea.â
Asher chuckled and said dotingly, âYouâve never shown your face in front of the media or the public. No
one in Savrowâs elite circle recognizes you either, so you can go and have fun.â
âOkay, then! But I think the $100 million budget is a little low. What if I see something I like?â
âJust bid for it. Iâll buy it for you. But you know the rules in our family. If you bid for something, you must
win it. Donât leave any chance for others.â
âI know. Wyattâs motto is to always be a step ahead of everyone!â Bella snapped her fingers and
laughed.
âGood luck, Bella. Donât forget to get the rosewood chair!â
After hanging up the phone, Steven worriedly reminded Bella. âMs. Bella, since weâre participating in
the charity auction in Mr. Asherâs stead, we ought to bring an auction item as well. But Iâm afraid itâs a
bit hasty to prepare for it now.â
âYes, we should bring something, and I have just the item for it.â
Bella smiled like a fox.