Chapter 154 A $46 Million Necklace Giveaway
"Isn't that the host Deborah Rodriguez from Sunfish TV?"
As Deborah walked onto the stage, another glamorous actress followed her.
"It's Olivia! I always thought the movie she starred in was a classic!"
"Yeah, that movie was directed by Mr. Lee himself. I heard the original lead actress was supposed to be Grace, but they replaced her with Olivia!"
In the back rows of the banquet hall, people started to gossip, while those seated closer to the front remained calm.
The people seated in the front rows were all prominent figures with impressive backgrounds. To others, actresses might seem interesting and prestigious, but to these big shots, they were nothing special. Even an A-list star wouldn't be considered important at today's banquet.
The only thing that they would consider noteworthy would be the arrival of a superstar.
Soon, Deborah took the microphone and greeted the guests. "Thank you all for attending today's charity gala. I'm Deborah."
As the hosts of the charity gala, she and Olivia stuck to positive topics to entertain the audience.
After speaking for about ten minutes, they began the charity auction.
"Everyone, without further ado, let's welcome the professional auctioneer, Mr. Young. He will represent major banks, the city government, and various charity trustees to auction off today's items!"
As Deborah finished speaking, a man in his fifties walked onto the stage.
As soon as he got on stage, staff members began placing the first item on the display table.
All the charity auction items would not only be placed on the display table but also shown on a dedicated screen, detailing their origins and value.
"Everyone, the first item up for auction today is a prominent one. This item is called The Heart of the Ocean. That's right, I'm sure everyone has seen the classic romance movie, Titanic. The Heart of the Ocean is the most valuable necklace in the movie. Originally, this necklace didn't exist in real life, but after the movie became a global hit twenty years ago, a famous jewelry company designed a necklace as an homage to the one in the movie. It features the world's finest craftsmanship, with a rare, blue, heart-shaped diamond surrounded by many white diamonds. I'm sure the lady who owns this necklace will have a love as enduring as that of Jack and Rose! This necklace is the only one of its kind and is one of the top ten most luxurious necklaces in the world. The starting bid is $18.4 million!"
As the auctioneer finished speaking, many people in the audience gasped.
No one expected such a sensational start.
Some had thought that the bidding would start at a few hundred thousand. No one could have anticipated that the first auction item would be so extraordinary.
Many women in the audience were already starry-eyed!
The Heart of the Ocean's fame needed no further elaboration.
This necklace was valued at $20 million, and it was a precious and unique treasure. Its beauty was enough to captivate any woman.
The fact that it was the only one of its kind added to its worth.
"It's the Heart of the Ocean! If any man buys this necklace for me, I'd be willing to have his children, take care of him for life, and fulfill his every need!"
"Miss, does that mean if you don't get this necklace, you won't have children? Please don't use your future children as a bargaining chip!"
"If you can't afford it, just say so. What's the point of romance without money? No one can live on love alone!"
Snow frowned upon hearing this. Although she didn't agree with this view, if someone really bought this unique necklace for her, her otherwise unyielding heart might soften!
Grace's eyes were also filled with longing.
After ten seconds of silence, someone finally made a bid.
"$19 million!"
"$20 million!"
"$21 million!"
"$22 million!"
The price quickly began to climb.
This necklace was incredibly valuable, and over time, its value would only increase.
Being one of the top ten most luxurious necklaces in the world, it wouldn't depreciate even if it was resold.
A woman in the audience seemed determined to get it.
Charles raised a paddle and calmly made the bid. "$46 million!"
As soon as he spoke, the room fell silent.
Nancy glanced at Charles with wide eyes, seemingly surprised by his extravagance. After all, she didn't usually watch online streams and had no idea who Mr. Smoke was!
"Mr. Smoke at seat number five has placed a bid of $46 million. Is there a higher bid?" the auctioneer asked.
"$46 million going once!
"$46 million going twice!
"$46 million going three times!"
"Sold!"
The auctioneer confirmed the sale with a final bang of the gavel.
At that moment, Charles suddenly stood up.
"Wrap up the necklace and deliver it to Miss Grace Anderson in the back row. Consider it a gift from me to her," Charles said.
Everyone was dumbfounded, especially some socialites.
"How could he give away a $46 million necklace so nonchalantly?"
"Mr. Smoke is so reckless."
"I used to think you were exaggerating, but now that I've seen it with my own eyes, I realize just how impressive Mr. Smoke is!"
"Is Grace that actress who's always caught in some scandal or other? Did Mr. Smoke really has eyes on her?"
Almost half the people in the room turned to look at Grace, most of their glances filled with envy. Grace was in shock as well!
"Sis! Mr. Smoke is giving you the Heart of the Ocean! I can't believe it!" Matthew said, shocked.
[Grace: Favorability +10
Grace: Favorability +10
Grace: Favorability +10
Current favorability: 35 points.]
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