Soon enough everybody's eyes landed on Oliver."Oliver, what's going on?" Daniella looked up and pretended that she knew nothing."Mrs. Bailey, Oliver stood up from his seat before saying in a serious tone."Ladies and gentlemen, Mr. Meyer is here to support us today. As the main person in charge of tonight's charity dinner, I know better than anyone how important tonight's event is."Oliver, what exactly is going on?" Panicked Daniella's husband approached him hurriedly.I want to let you know that the ruby jewelry on the auction block is a knockoff, "Oliver spoke as he dramatically pointed at the jewelry on the stage.As soon as he was done speaking, the crowd broke into chaos.What? Is it a knockoff?""This is a high-end charity auction. How could someone bring a knockoff here?"All the jewelry here is with a fortune. This is a very big deal."Oliver, you have to be responsible for what you say, Daniella instantly uttered while her expression turned dark.To outsiders, they thought
"That's right. This one is the one I bought. Although the packaging looks rather plain, it is authentic. "How are you so sure?" Daniella smiled coldly as she asked. Let me take a look, a voice rang out within the crowd all of a sudden. Everybody's eyes followed the direction of the sound. They could not help but widened their eyes when they saw the person who spoke. It was Leo, the billionaire. Things seemed to be getting more and more interesting with Leo on the move now. Due to the surprise, Amelia and Oliver widened their eyes at the same time as well... Then, they thought that James would be even more humiliated now that Leo was involved. Accompanied by his assistant, Leo leisurely walked into the middle of the crowd with his cane. However, he did not even bother to cast a glance at the jewelry on the table. Instead, he walked straight to James. The next thing he said stunned the people around them. "Kid, why do you look so familiar? Have we met somewhere before?" Leo gr
Following Jenny's gaze, Mr. Jefferson lifted his head and looked at the people standing at the side.Mr. Jefferson felt a spin running down his spine when he recalled the diamond ring incident.He was not expecting such a big person to be there. It seemed like he had to be extremely careful to prevent making any mistakes.The next thing Leo said eased his worry."Mr. Jefferson, let me explain to you. Leo pointed to the jewelry in front of him and said, "The one on the left belongs to Mr. Cooper."Mr. Jefferson looked at Oliver, who was dressed in a luxurious brand, up and down. It seemed like he was a wealthy guy."This one on the right..." Leo then pointed to James, belongs to this young man here."He..." Mr. Jefferson felt his eyes trembling as he stared at James, who was wearing ordinary clothes.He could not believe James was the one who bought the jewelry.Why did they need him to appraise the jewelry then?James was a top jeweler and Antique appraiser himself. He would never pur
Johnny took a look at the jewelry on the left and quickly turned to the other one on the right.Beads of cold sweat trickled down his face."What darn luck this is, having caught the attention of Leo Meyer of all people, he thought worriedly.The answer was clear in Johnny's eyes, he knew that the piece he created was an imitation of the jewelry from Leo's jeweler.Rumour has it that they were only two pieces in the world. One was procured by an English princess, whereas the other was for Leo Meyer for his private collection.The one that Oliver wanted was not in stock. "Haven't I told him to lay low and avoid publicizing this?" He thought."Why did he bring it to a jewelry exhibition?" Wouldn't this be too embarrassing?""Mr... Mr. Meyer, I've taken a good look, said johnny as he wiped the sweat from his forehead. He pointed to the piece on the left and declared, "This... This is the one I sold to Oliver Cooper."What?" Oliver shouted taken aback once again.Mr... Mr. Oliver, I'm sor
"Mr. Meyer, said Jenny as she too walked towards James with a smile. I already recognized Mr. Miller when I arrived here. "Mr.. Miller, I was impressed with how discerning you were back at the Full Moon Pavilion in Lotus Antique street, said Jenny. Especially with how assessed the amphora at the end. You could tell that it was a fake just with one glance. It was extraordinary. Jenny stretched out her hand for a handshake. "I certainly look forward to your guidance should I have a chance and honor one day, Mr. Miller." "You flatter me, Ms. Jefferson, said James politely as he shook her hand in return. It was crystal clear to him that this was merely a show put on by Jenny for the public eyes, specifically, for Leo's eyes and to get into his good book. "I'm Mr. Jefferson, Mr. Miller, introducing himself as he handed James his name card, displaying an elevated level of respect for the man in comparison to what his daughter did earlier. "What are you still standing there for, James?"
"What happened?" James asked hurriedly.Mrs. Miller and Amelia are arguing, said the assistant hesitantly.Thirty minutes earlier...After James was brought to the VIP room by Leo, Ava was similarly led to a resting room, with special arrangements made by the assistant to bring her some food.After Ava had a small bite she wanted to take a nap, but she heard people arguing in the corridor outside.Please listen to my explanation, Aunt. It is not what think it is..." Ava peeped outside and saw her mother and Oliver standing at the door of another VIP room."What's there to explain?" Yelled Amelia disappointedly, her tone starkly different from earlier. "Oliver, have always thought you were a reliable person. But today, I finally saw the truth.""You gifted me second-hand jewelry for my birthday yelled Amelia. Is that your way of saying you despise Ava? Or do you despise me?"Not just second-hand jewelry it also turned out to be fake! And to think I continue following you... Before Amel
"Don't worry Ava, don't worry... Your mom and I don't want you to divorce Ava anymore. Isn't Leo Meyer, the richest guy..." Joseph Bailey didn't have a second thought about what he said, and he said the last thing he should not be saying."I see Ava said in disappointment. Now that James is related to someone of high status, you changed your attitude all of a sudden.Ava glanced at Oliver as she said it. "And now you are ready to get rid of this second fiddle, right?""Joseph, what on earth are you talking about?" Amelia Bailey panicked when she saw what happened. "Baby, don't you believe it! We didn't do anything."You didn't do anything?" Ava shook her head with tears in her eyes. "You did everything.After she said what she had to say to her parents, Ava was ready to leave."Ava... Oliver knew he could never be the same man as Ava since she had found out what happened. Oliver Cooper lost his mind. He held onto Ava's hand tightly. Everything I did, I did it because I like you."Let
Just because he wanted to make his wife happy, James Miller got so excited that he almost spilled the beans."James, there is something you are keeping from me." Ava was even more certain of it when she saw the guilty expression on James' face."Uh, here is the thing." James rolled his eyes, smiling again. Originally I wanted to surprise you. But since you already noticed, I will tell you now."I will start working at the Life Long Collectible next week."Lite Long Collectible?" Ava was both surprised and delighted. "Are you talking about the company that takes up half of Lotus Antique street? The one that's these days?""That's right." James nodded. You know that I have some knowledge of Antiques. Today, Mr. Meyer invited me to work at Life Long Collectible."That is such great news!" Ava Miller was overwhelmed with joy. She grabbed James's arm, laughing."Ava, I understand," James said in shame, "You have been through a lot with me all these years because I have never had a proper j