Seeing that the transaction was complete and that the bargain deal had been taken, the other collectors all excused themselves and left.

As for Ian, once he had bagged the bronze sculpture, he nodded at Raymond. "I apologize for leaving early, Mr. Cole, but I must return to Eastcliff. However, you can contact me again should you pick up another treasure. I'm quite a spendthrift, and I pay up right away if the item is good and the price is right."

Raymond smiled. "Very well. I shall contact you