Chapter 812
812 Embarrassed Dad
Just then, Bill chuckled and spoke with confidence. “A finely crafted modern snuff bottle. If I saw this outside, I’d definitely buy it for my collection.”
His comment signaled to the audience that the item was likely not authentic. Its vibrant colors and lifelike design made it quite appealing. However, this was an artifact evaluation, not everything was worth
bidding on.
Naomi smiled subtly and refrained from bidding. She not only sensed the artifact’s fortune but also discerned its authenticity from its texture. Those experienced in the antique world knew that truly old items never looked so pristine.
The other team, which was initially hesitant, also lowered their hands . Seeing this, everyone assumed the
item would go unsold and that the host would move on to the third piece..
Unexpectedly, Wynter raised her paddle and said calmly. “I’d like to bid on item number two.”
Bill chuckled inwardly. Tobias‘ family was as clueless as him. Even if they didn’t know about antiques,
they could tell from the audience’s reactions that the snuff bottle wasn’t worth bidding on.
“She must be desperate for screen time, he uttered.
While others didn’t see value in the item, Wynter took an interest and decided to bid. The snuff bottle was
an enamel piece, adorned with a figure in a top hat holding a cane. Based on the design, it was clear the item wasn’t particularly old.
Lindsay smiled and said, “Is anyone else interested in item two? Mr. Loft? Professor Hutt?”
Bill waved dismissively, clearly amused and unwilling to comment further. Regan, on the other hand ,
maintained a gracious smile.
“All right then,” Lindsay continued. “Item number 2 goes to Team Kina. With no other bids, this should be
an easy win for them.”
Tobias didn’t need to look to know what the others were thinking. He smirked and replied , “Yes, it’s an easy win. If the starting bid makes my sister happy, it’s worth it.”
“Youngsters are certainly reckless. Old people like us can’t compete with them,” Bill remarked, his tone
dripping with sarcasm. His words drew laughter from the audience.
Shane had invited Bill precisely for this moment. Naomi had a natural talent for artifact collection.
Tobias, however, seemed oblivious to the benefits of aligning with her.
With Naomi’s expertise, she could have bolstered their reputation on the show and prevented the current
mockery of their cultural ignorance. However, Tobias remained detached and aloof.
Shane never approved of Tobias‘ career in singing and dancing and considered it a source of ridicule. Although his son had been more compliant before, he seemed to have lost his way since Wynter’s return.
Shane didn’t expect Tobias to be smart enough to grasp the olive branch he was extending. Wynter might
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have picked up some company management skills with Dalton’s help. However, not everyone could understand artifact appraisal; it was a skill that required time and training.
Take Naomi, for instance . Although she had innate talent, her years of exposure to fine artifacts in the Quinnell family gave her an undeniable edge. Wynter, in comparison, fell short.
No matter how talented or capable someone from a small town may be, they can never match the status
or sophistication of a noblewoman from the capital city .
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