CHAPTER 217
Chapter 217: Options
“Yes! Wearing the president’s suit and considering the fact that he’s one of the richest men in the city is definitely worth it. Who knows, the person wearing it might be the next president,” the MC said and several hands went up in the air.
*$350,000! For the suit!”
Grey finally dropped the microphone, raised both hands in surrender, and walked down the raised platform. Charles joined him and they both walked over to their table
Grey caught Giovanni staring hard at him as he passed by him. The anger in his eyes was enough to burn Grey’s alife if look could kill.
“I will be taking it for $400,000, another one from the audience said
Just as another person raised a hand, the MC spoke quickly “The president doesn’t want it to extend $ 400,000. So, the suit goes to Mr Clifford’ He announced
A round of applause filled the hall as Grey finally reached his table
“What kind of stunt was that?” Gregory asked, still angry “You could have been impeached and that would forever mean embarrassment to you
Grey smiled softly.” I have my way around it Just don’t worry,” he assured them and looked over at Caramel. He couldn’t help noting how beautiful she looked in the dress she was wearing. Just as he turned to the left, he caught Alex’s gaze over her and there was no way that wasn’t a look of an admirer It was palpably clear that Alex loved Caramel
The thought of it made Grey’s blood boil. It was what he had feared after all
“By the way. I need to beg for something,” Aphrodite said suddenly, pulling Grey’s attention to her
Grey raised a brow and waited. “Is something wrong?”
She nodded briefly. “I told you I needed to return to Italy but I thought I could spend this week with you because of the party but I need to meet up with a meeting by tomorrow. It’s very important and the
company is one of the most important ones in Italy. I sincerely don’t want to miss the opportunity. I don’t know if you can give me the space to return now,” she explained.
Grey nodded briefly. That’s ok. Did you bring any bodyguards? If not, you can tell Richard to drop you off. Call me when you get to Italy.”
Aphrodite smiled and moved to kiss Grey on the forehead.” Thank you, boss.”
Grey nodded quickly and looked over to Caramel only to discover she wasn’t around anymore. His heart leaped and he cussed aloud.
His gaze searched around quickly for her and found her walking towards the restroom. Unknowingly, at sigh of relief escaped his mouth.
“Are you ok, Boss?” Charles asked suddenly, noting his unusual behavior.
Grey nodded briefly. “Make sure Aphrodite gets to her port safely. I can’t afford to run Helter Skelter because of my beloved ones.” He expressed.
Charles nodded once and walked out of the hall.
“The next course of action is a law in the Billionaire club,” the MC started. “but since the Billionaire club has been having the same president running for years, they forgot about it. Now that they have a new
president, the rule would come into existence,” the MC explained, a smile dancing on his face
“Why did you change your clothes in the first place?” Alfred asked again.
Grey smiled. Because I feel like it.”
He didn’t want to tell them about Caramel. He didn’t want them to worry about her.
Alex beckoned one of the attendants over. Then he signaled for him to send a cup of wine to Caramel’s
way
Caramel just walked out of the restroom when the attendant walked nearer to her and stretched out the tray of wine.
Caramel smiled and took it.
All this was what Grey was watching that made his fist clench beside him. He muttered thickly underneath his breath severally.
“There will be an auction between the ex-president and the new president,” the MC announced
Luciano looked at Grey. We must not allow Giovanni to win. If you do, the news will fly in tomorrow and everyone will think he’s the richest, as they have always thought.”
Grey was already prepared for him as he brought his card, the one that has Hercules on it
“Never mind. I have it under control.” He assured them.
An antique Chandelier was displayed on the projector and some men hurried to give Giovanni and Grey the microphone so that their voices could be heard from all around the hall
*This is Givenchy Royal Hanover German Silver eight-light chandelier crafted in 1736 by William Kent The opening bid will begin at $5 million.”
Giovanni looked over at Grey, with a dark frown. He didn’t imagine that he would be battling with a man.
that was old enough to be his son.
Everyone however listened with focus. They couldn’t wait to decide who was the richest between Giovanni and Hercules. And for the Billionaire club, the members couldn’t wait to earn more for the club
account. That was the main reason for selecting a rich man as their president.
Grey stared back at him. Their gaze held and locked for a moment.
Grey picked up his microphone. “$6 million,” he started, looking away from him.
“Do you think Giovanni might try to increase the price knowing fully well that Grey wouldn’t back off? So that Hercules might suffer a loss?” Gregory wondered aloud.
$8 million,” Giovanni bid.
“Yes and I think it’s the best opportunity to actually ruin Giovanni. If you do that, Giovanni would suffer a great loss,” Jayden chimed in.
“But it means Hercules would lose. People have been waiting for him to show up. He can’t afford to lose now,” Alfred suggested. “I don’t think letting Giovanni win is worth it. We can always deal with Giovanni in
some other ways.”
“Yes, Grey’s reputation is hanging on the line. Hercules needs to show everyone who the boss really is and win this game of power and wealth,” Luciano added.
Grey regarded his elders for a moment, as he thought of who to listen to and what to do.
Should he allow Giovanni to win or not?
“$8 million for Mr. Giovanni,” the MC expressed and stared at Grey as if expecting him to bid more. Content is property © .
“$20 million,” Grey bid and murmurs ensued from around him.
“Boss, what are you doing? Are you going to take Gregory or Alfred’s suggestions?”
“$30 million,” Giovanni said suddenly and the whispers doubled. Everyone was really enjoying the game. And it doesn’t look like Giovanni wants to lose either.
And, Grey knew exactly what to do.
“$30 million for_,” the MC was interrupted by Grey. “$70 million!” He announced.