Chapter 348 Redemption 

Chapter 348 Redemption 

“Three hundred million, going once.” 

Sophie couldn’t hold back anymore. “Three hundred and ten million.” 

The auctioneer froze for a moment. 

Three hundred million was already an astronomical price. 

Yes, this piece could earn favor with the queen of Heswil. 

But the projects the queen offered might not even bring in 300 million. 

And even if they did, the risks would be on the buyer. 

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So businessmen always weighed the pros and cons. There was no need to ruin yourself over it. 

“Four hundred million,” Venom spoke again. 

The auctioneer nearly jumped. 

“Four hundred million, going once.” 

Sophie was stunned too. 

To be fair, this young man was very good–looking. 

Definitely her type. 

But compared to Eric, he lacked that mature charm. 

Of course, that wasn’t the main point. 

She’d never even heard of this tycoon before, 

None of the background checks had mentioned such a mysterious guest. 

Gracie, on the other hand, looked at Venom with interest. 

This guy… feels familiar. 

Wasn’t he the boss of Ouroboros? 

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Heh. This auction is getting more and more interesting. 

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Gracie didn’t really care whether she got the painting or not. Her projects were already shifting back to the domestic market. 

Whether the queen of Heswil liked it or not had nothing to do with her. 

So she never planned to bid. 

But seeing an old acquaintance like this still put her in a good mood. She even felt like having a drink. 

“Four hundred million, going twice!” 

The auctioneer raised his voice. 

Only then did Sophie snap out of her shock. 

“Four hundred and ten million!” 

The auctioneer was taken aback. 

She’s still raising it? 

This time, Venom gave a sly smile. 

“Fine. Let this lady have it.” 

With that, he went back to his seat, as if he’d never appeared at all, lowering his presence completely. 

Now everyone understood. 

This was a deliberate trap for Sophie. 

Four hundred million. 

That was basically all the money Sophie could move right now. 

From here on, if the Previns wanted to buy anything else, they’d have to think twice. 

Sophie got the painting, but she wasn’t happy at all. 

If it weren’t for that man, she could’ve paid much less. 

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Rosalie pressed Sophie’s hand, also feeling she’d acted too rashly. 

Sophie angrily downed a glass of wine and even forgot to curry favor with Gracie. 

Alice didn’t care. She was just waiting for the next item. 

Before long, her mentor’s painting was brought out. 

The auctioneer introduced it with passion. 

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“Everyone, the artist of this painting has vanished from the public eye. Whether she’s even alive is still unknown. 

“That’s why the price has been climbing higher and higher over the years! 

“The artist I’m talking about is Eugenia Sarratt!” 

Alice’s hands tightened without her realizing it. 

Her sudden shift in mood immediately affected Eric beside her. 

Eric also lifted his gaze toward the painting. 

Eugenia’s works were always gentle. 

This one showed a rural home. 

Clear skies, drifting clouds, and thin smoke rising from chimneys. 

It was warm and natural. 

Strictly speaking, this painting was more suitable for hanging in a dining room. 

It set the mood. 

Its collectible value wasn’t very high. 

Unlike Aurelia’s work, which carried an overwhelming presence. 

Stella spoke softly from the side. 

“The Sarratts seem to have already…” 

Already disappeared. 

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Colton nodded. “That’s right. The Sarratts who vanished. 

“Rumor has it they were once an overseas noble family. 

“They produced many artists, tycoons, and even national leaders. 

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“Of course, the Sarratts were extremely mysterious. Anyone who came from that family had to hide their identity. 

“Only after proving themselves outside could they receive the Sarratts‘ support and rise to prominence. 

“Eugenia never left the Sarratts. 

“She was basically the one steering the family. 

“Unfortunately, for reasons unknown, she was set up and became the family’s castoff. 

“But she was exceptionally capable. Even after leaving the Sarratts, she still shone. 

“And that drew jealousy, leading to her being secretly targeted.” 

Colton kept his voice low. 

He was explaining things to Stella. 

But Alice was sitting right next to Stella, and she heard every word clearly. 

She wasn’t cast out of the family. She was usurped. 

The person who stole her place has been trying to kill both her and me all along. 

If she hadn’t kept running and hiding, we would’ve been dead long ago, 

Colton continued, “Eugenia’s works have always been very calm. It feels like her mindset was peaceful. 

“Almost like, even though she was framed, she held no grudge against anyone.” 

Stella commented, “No. This is actually a form of self–redemption.” 

Colton didn’t understand. 

Stella pointed at the clouds in the painting. 

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“Don’t you think these clouds feel a bit unnecessary?” 

Colton didn’t know much about art. 

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Chapter 349 The Play