When Nicole heard Clayton’s words, her heart thumped. She suddenly felt very complicated.

She looked at Clayton and suddenly understood that his purpose for attending the auction today was not the contract, which was the second auction item, but this string of black pearls in front of her.

All of a sudden, Nicole felt a little touched.

In the next second, Clayton raised his hand again. His voice was gentle and calm, without the slightest pressure.

“$500 million…”

Eric’s harsh eyes swept ove