"And sold. For xxx-xxx-xxx dollars." You yelled to the whole crowd as you did the bidding.

As for Maynard, observing from above with his trusty monoculars seemed to have taken an interest. "How much do you think will it cost me for that auctioneer by the stage?" He wondered to himself.

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Right after the event's was finished, you sighed in relief now that was over.

"How much will it cost me if I buy you?" A sudden voice can be heard through the room as the man had a smug look on his face.