Chapter 376
Author: Marina Vittori
last update Last Updated: 2023-06-25 16:56:50
Even as the daughter of the Grant family, two billion dollars in cash was a stretch. Any more than that, and she would need to ask for money from the family.

"2.1 billion dollars." Roderick was calm.

Jayla exclaimed with gritted teeth, "2.5 billion!"

She had a murderous gaze. Even if she had to borrow money, she would regain her dignity today!

With a smile still plastered on his face, Roderick raised the bid, "2.6 billion."

His nickname, Big Buck Brooks, was not merely a nickname. The sum of money truly held no significance to him.

"Three billion!" Jayla was seeing red. She looked like a lioness about to tear into her prey.

"Three …" Roderick raised his paddle, about to continue bidding when Dustin pulled his hand down.

"Forget about it. Just let her have it."

"What?" Roderick was surprised. "Mr. Rhys, isn't this item something you need? Why are you giving it up? If it's because of the price, there's no need to worry. I can deal with it."

"It has nothing to do with money."
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