Chapter 190: One Billion

Translator: _Min_

When Gu Dai witnessed this, she felt a headache coming on. Initially, she had only Song Ling to contend with; now Zhou Ci had joined the fray.

As these thoughts crossed Gu Dais mind, her phone buzzed. It was a message from Zhou Ci.

Zhou Ci: If you like it, 111 win the bid and give it to you.

Gu Dai replied: No need. If I want it, Ill bid myself.

After sending the message, fearing Zhou Ci might ignore her request, she quickly added another.

Gu Dai: Dont bid!

Song Ling was unaware of the conversation between Gu Dai and Zhou Ci. However, seeing them engrossed in their phones, his irritation grew.

Taking a deep breath and adjusting his tie to ease his tension, Song Ling raised his sign and declared, 600 million.

Zhou Ci was about to place another bid, but after seeing Gu Dais messages, he hesitated and reluctantly withdrew his hand.

Without missing a beat, Gu Dai shouted, 1 billion!

Instantly, the room was abuzz.

Oh my G.o.d, its up to a billion.

I thought the initial 80 million was already high. This billion is astronomical!

Miss Gu surely has deep pockets. Does this mean collaborating with their company has potential? I might need to call a shareholders meeting when I get back!

Song Ling took a deep breath, surprised at the lengths Gu Dai would go to for Su Ting.

One would think that while the necklace was beautiful, 100 million was already a high price. Yet, Gu Dai had bid a whopping billion!

Meeting Song Lings icy gaze head-on, Gu Dai inquired, Are you still bidding? Song Ling didnt respond, just kept his eyes on Gu Dai.

Seeing this, Gu Dai continued, Its alright if you want to bid higher. I can keep going. Im determined to win this necklace.

Song Lings face turned ashen. He was tempted to raise his bid, but pulling out that sum would greatly affect his companys operations.

The host, regaining his composure, wore an dazzling smile. Seeing no further bids, he excitedly declared, 1 billion once, 1 billion twice, 1 billion three times, sold! The necklace goes to Miss Gu Dai!

Confetti cannons went off, and the venue erupted in cheers!

The happier the crowd seemed, the darker Song Lings expression became. He shot Gu Dai a cold glare.

Upon witnessing Song Lings demeanor, Zhou Ci shook his head and texted him.

Zhou Ci: Dude, your way of grabbing a girls attention is incredibly childish. Plus, its asking for a punch!

Song Ling snapped back: Who told you Im trying to get Gu Dais attention?

Zhou Ci quickly replied: Both my eyes did!

With a huff, Song Ling responded: Then both your eyes must be blind. Even if everyone in the world died, leaving only Gu Dai, 1 wouldnt give her a second glance!

Zhou Ci tutted and shook his head: 1 hope you can still say that in the future.

After his segment, Su Ting left the stage and took a seat beside Gu Dai. He handed her a piece of cake, Sis, this is from your favorite cake shop. Give it a try.

Gu Dai obliged, talcing a few bites with a fork, she commented with satisfaction, Delicious. You should try some too.

Su Ting smiled, Sure.

Watching the two of them sharing cake, leaning close as if they might touch, Song Ling felt an acute pang of jealousy.

Adding to his misery was the realization that he didnt even know which cake shop Gu Dai enjoyed.

Su Ting, thinking about the necklace Gu Dai had won, blushed a little and whispered, Sis, thank you for buying the necklace. Ill handle the payment later.

He knew the necklace wasnt worth the winning bid. Though he wasnt sure why Gu Dai had placed such a high offer, he hoped deep down it was for him. Perhaps she had bought it because he was showcasing it?

Seeing Su Tings ears and face turning crimson, Gu Dai couldnt resist tousling his hair. She softly said, Over the past three years, I never had the chance to see your shows. This was my way of making up for that.

Stunned, Su Ting stammered, Is is it because of me?

Gu Dai nodded, Yes.

Even though Su Ting had fantasized that it was because of him, getting confirmation from Gu Dai made him feel incredibly overjoyed.

Su Ting wanted to respond, but looking at Gu Dai, words escaped him. All that remained was sheer happiness..