The auction had captivated everyone's attention, leaving little room for Maria to get noticed.

Doris yearned to recount her every experience to Mrs. Jenkins in intricate detail, eager to return home promptly.

Meanwhile, Elton's gaze fell upon Maria, an air of interest enveloping him.

In a pompous and boastful tone, he declared, “Just moments ago, I sealed a deal worth nearly six hundred million at the auction.”

Six hundred million!