Chapter twenty

The room went silent, every eye turning towards the direction of the voice that had just shaken the entire auction to its core. Standing tall and exuding an air of authority was none other than Jason's grandfather, Edward Carter.

The crowd parted as he made his way forward, his presence commanding respect and awe. With his silver hair slicked back and a sharp gaze that seemed to cut through the very air, Edward's arrival sent a ripple of shock through the room.

"I said, four hundred and fifty thousand," Edward repeated, his voice calm but with an edge that brooked no argument. His eyes were locked on Mr. Mathew, a subtle challenge flickering in their depths. Many people stunned with the way he comported himself

Jason’s heart pounded as he looked at his grandfather, a mix of surprise and relief washing over him. He hadn’t expected Edward to make an appearance, especially not here, but his presence was exactly the kind of reinforcement he needed. He knew the fight was just betwee