Elsewhere, having left the Groundswell apartment complex, Theophilus's expression was detached as he made a phone call. “Mr. Jake, I’ve investigated the matter you instructed." Richard reported respectfully from the other end. “Who did it?” Theophilus asked. “It was Orborne who hired someone, from Radiant Harbor... The situation is quite complicated." Richard hesitated. “Meet me at Starlight Sky. I want to know everything.” “Mr. Jake, are you coming here? Where are you? I’ll drive over to pick you up." Richard offered eagerly. “No need.” Theophilus hung up and hailed a taxi on the roadside, heading straight to Starlight Sky. Before returning home with Dulcie, he had instructed Richard to investigate the incident. It was obvious, even if internal company staff had colluded with the thief, turned off surveillance cameras, someone who could infiltrate the company, crack the safe, and steal ‘King World’ without leaving any fingerprints or footprints, must be a professional thief.
Richard had already made a significant decision by involving Theophilus, not expecting him to eliminate Egbert of Radiant Harbor. "Who are you? Do you think it's your turn to speak here?" Rat glared fiercely at Theophilus. "Is this your subordinate?" Egbert coldly looked at Richard, questioning: "Doesn't even know the basic principles of who you bring along?" "Mr. Jake, this is Egbert and Rat. Whatever you decide to do, I'll follow." Richard said solemnly, then stood behind Theophilus. Seeing Richard's respectful attitude towards Theophilus, Egbert frowned, asking: "Who are you?" "Theophilus Jake." Theophilus replied nonchalantly, then looking at Egbert: "I'm asking you, do you have 'King World' in your possession?" "'King World'? Theophilus?" Egbert hesitated as if he had just remembered something, then suddenly burst into laughter. "So, you're Theophilus Jake, the infamous useless son-in-law of the Miller family? Ha ha! Someone like you is worthy to talk to me?" Egbert laughed
Faced with Theophilus steadily approaching, Egbert was terrified and intimidated to the point of weakening knees, clumsily falling to the ground. He kept retreating backward, looking extremely ridiculous. "What are you guys doing standing there? Stop him!" Egbert yelled, frantically ordering his subordinates. However, none of the dozens of henchmen present dared to step forward to stop Theophilus. They were in a state of extreme fear, their eyes filled with panic and respect as they looked at Theophilus. They remembered what had just happened and were still shivering with fear. Damn it, Theophilus wasn't even afraid of bullets, and he had beaten more than a dozen fierce assassins in a minute. How could they possibly confront him? Moving forward would be like committing suicide. Theophilus's cold gaze swept around. Egbert's men, upon being looked at by Theophilus, shuddered and immediately bowed their heads. "Everyone kneel down. Those who don’t submit will die." Theophilus said
"Haiz!" Dulcie sighed deeply, only able to fantasize that Theophilus's words were true, that he had found 'King World'. It seemed like a dream, after all, Theophilus was just an ordinary person, not so capable. "Isn't this our company's design director, Director Dulcie?" Suddenly, a shrill, grating voice was heard. Jena, dressed in an exquisite ceremonial outfit, approached with an air of refined elegance, but her expression was mocking, revealing a scornful demeanor. "Frankly, I don't understand how you have the audacity to attend this exhibition." Jena disdainfully glanced at Theophilus and Dulcie, sneering: "Unable to design a ten-million-dollar piece of jewelry, yet scraping together every penny. Then showing your faces here? It's embarrassing. Oh, right. I forgot. You, so destitute, probably have never witnessed such a grand event?" Jena continued her taunting provocation: "Sadly, this might be your last chance. After today, Dulcie will no longer be the design director, and w
Jena spoke with a superior air. Theophilus smiled faintly, giving Jena a brief glance. "Who are you to lay eyes on 'King World'? You're just the assistant director of the design department. Your superior, Director Miller, is right here. Is it your turn to shout orders? Can't you even distinguish between superiors and subordinates?" "You...!" Jena's face turned red with fury, glaring at Theophilus furiously. "What makes you so arrogant in front of me?" Jena said angrily, growing more enraged as she thought about it. Theophilus, the useless son-in-law of the Miller family, dared to be so fierce with the eldest daughter of the Miller family? He really wasn't afraid of death! Theophilus calmly said: "In matters of work, I am Assistant to Director Miller. It's my duty to remind you, on her behalf, who the leader is, who the superior is." "Ha ha, Theophilus, do you think just because you've secured the position of assistant director, you can act so high and mighty?" Dante shouted, also
At that moment, Jena intentionally walked over from her seat. "Dulcie, I don't know what your rubbish design looks like, but let me tell you, my 'Eternal Light', crafted to perfection, will undoubtedly crush your pathetic piece." Jena said arrogantly, believing she was far superior: "Think about it, I've crafted more precious jewelry than you've ever seen! You don't even wear a single piece of fine jewelry, not even something worth ten thousand dollars, and you dare to compare skills with me? Just wait and become a laughing stock! Dreaming of becoming the chief design director, how laughable!" After speaking, Jena turned and left, having intentionally displayed a sense of superiority. Dulcie bit her lip gently; her painstaking work was definitely not trash! "Ladies and gentlemen, please look at the big screen." Stella said with a slight smile. The large screen split, displaying 3D images of two high-end diamond necklaces with their own detailed introductions. 'Eternal Light' used
After smoothly delivering her lines, Stella Smith smiled and gestured with her hand. The images on the large screen began to change, showcasing the million-dollar jewelry from the previous round. The esteemed guests present turned serious and quickly grabbed the small phones in their hands. These were specialized voting devices distributed for this auction, but they had an additional function: linking to a central system for bidding. The auction was lively, with enthusiastic and generous bidding from the wealthy attendees. Within twenty minutes, the first round of bidding for the million-dollar jewelry concluded. During this time, Dulcie grew increasingly tense. "Alright, the final two diamond necklaces worth tens of millions, ‘King World’ and ‘Eternal Light,’ will be auctioned simultaneously." Stella announced seriously. Two finely crafted rosewood podiums were raised on stage, each displaying a small, sparkling glass box, capturing everyone's attention. "‘Eternal Light’ and
The sky-high bid caused a buzz among everyone, eliciting admiration from all. Clearly, this mysterious user 9527, by doubling the bid instantly, was declaring to Dante: 'What if I slap you? I have more money than you!' Dante's face was extremely embarrassed, burning hot. Jena's complexion was also extremely confused. The words he had previously uttered made it impossible for him now to back down! One hundred and fifty million! Dante was also terrified. "Jena, it seems today... we can't push the price of 'King World' anymore. We don't have enough cash on hand." Dante whispered, his face burning. Jena turned pale with anger, unable to fathom who was bidding. Who could be so wealthy? "Hmph, really stupid, spending a hundred million to buy a piece of junk jewelry like 'King World'." Jena said disdainfully, her tone envious: "I think this person must be brainless! Utterly foolish!" "Indeed! These two pieces of jewelry originally cost just over ten million USD. Even considering their