Li Lingyang's chilling gaze pierced through layers of air and settled on the two individuals locked in a stare, suddenly filling the surrounding with an overwhelming sense of oppression. His hands, resting on the windowsill, slowly clenched into fists.
Quite the picture of a lovesick couple… he thought bitterly,
feeling like a complete fool.
"Congratulations to President Li for acquiring the 'Egret Ascending to the Blue Sky' carving set for 60 million. We'd also like to thank everyone for their attention and generous contributions to this jade carving tradition competition," announced the host.
Clap, clap, clap—an uproarious applause filled the room, with cheers, resentments, and some sour grapes mixed within.
Amid the thunderous applause, Chen Bao furrowed his little eyebrows and, with amusement, observed his deadbeat dad's icy and hostile expression. "Old man," he taunted, "you see, I told you to make a move earlier. Maybe if you had, Uncle Mo wouldn't even be involved."