"Guest number 28 bids 3 billion, 3 billion."
The auctioneer, naturally wishing to drive up the item's price, hoped the bidders below would raise the stakes as high as possible, as his commission would increase accordingly.
"5 billion!"
Looking around the venue, the auctioneer thought there wouldn't be anyone who would bid higher than 3 billion.
Although the Star of Hope was considered priceless, its terrifying legend still made many people hesitant to bid.
Just when the auctioneer thought the diamond was going to be sold for 3 billion, someone else placed a bid.
"Guest number 52 bids 5 billion, 5 billion! The Star of Hope brings hope to people, and is also a symbol of wealth. This huge sapphire is the only one of its kind in the world, giving it to your beloved is equally extraordinary."
The auctioneer suddenly changed his mind; since there were still people bidding, it meant that some were still hopeful about acquiring the Star of Hope, not uninterested.
