However, to everyone's surprise, another individual spoke up instead of Elias, doubling the bid.
"$1,450!"
It was none other than Zane. His expression was solemn, his gaze fixed on the stage, seemingly unconcerned with Elias's potential bid, unlike the others.
Upon hearing his bid, the murmurs in the room grew louder.
"Wow, Mr. Isaac is fortunate to have such wealthy individuals at his comeback event!" said a man.
"Yeah, you're right! Once word about this auction spreads, he'll definitely skyrocket back into the literary world!" another man beside him added.
"I'll use this chance to record everything on my smartphone to show my friends proof that I was here when it happened!" said a woman, quickly pulling out her phone to record the scene.
