Chapter 354

“Little do they know that mediocrity is common in this world. Do they really think everyone can become a natural genius like Dr. Lloyd?” Cedric remarked.

“Grandpa, stop acting high and mighty,” Francesca retorted. “If it weren’t for Andrew, you wouldn’t have gotten such great benefits from this auction either.”

Cedric immediately brightened up with a smile. “Well, Dr. Lloyd certainly helped this old man catch a lucky break today.”

While everyone else was excited, Andrew remained remarkably calm.

“Let’s tally up all the gains and have Ms. Santana process them,” Andrew said casually.

Elsie perked up with surprise, “Mr. Lloyd, you’re not taking everything you won today?”

“I’ll take the Blood Phoenix Cicada and the Royal Violet Crystal,” Andrew replied. “For the rest, I’ll trouble you to convert them to cash.”

Though slightly disappointed, Elsie quickly became energized again. While Andrew took the two best pieces, the remaining items were still valuable and would bring significant profits under Radiant Group’s management.

Francesca and Elsie began calculating Andrew’s spoils, with the breathtaking Blood Phoenix Cicada being the crown jewel that captivated both women. The Royal Violet Crystal won from Aspen came second–a true treasure in its own right, though now belonging to Andrew as part of his victory.

“Mr. Lloyd, here are your total gains from today’s auction,” Elsie summarized after two minutes. “Three premium gems, plus your Blood Phoenix Cicada; the total value is at least 200 million.”

“That’s fine. Process them as we discussed,” Andrew smiled.

Cedric could not contain his envy, “Making 200 million in one auction–Dr. Lloyd, you’re literally a money-printing machine!”

Andrew wanted to say he had already achieved financial freedom years ago, and the salary he made as a doctor was insignificant.

Just then, Elsie brought two security cases, carefully placing the Royal Violet Crystal and Blood Phoenix Cicada in them before solemnly handing them to Andrew. Without hesitation, Andrew pushed the Royal Violet Crystal case toward Francesca.

“Why are you giving this to me?” she asked in surprise.

Andrew simply replied, “It’s a gift.”

Francesca’s face turned bright red. Though she desperately wanted it, she felt too embarrassed to accept it.

“Andrew, I… I can’t accept something so valuable,” she stammered.

Andrew smiled and asked directly, “Fran, don’t you like it?”

The direct question made Francesca shy, and she lowered her head with a sweet feeling in her heart. “Of course I like it. What girl wouldn’t love such a beautiful crystal? But it’s yours, and it’s so precious…”

“I told you earlier we’d make money,” Andrew said. “You worked hard throughout this whole thing, so this crystal is your reward.”

While Francesca was still hesitating, Cedric could no longer contain himself. “Since Dr. Lloyd is being so generous, I’ll accept it on Fran’s behalf. Thank you, Dr. Lloyd!”

Then, he snatched the case and hugged it to his chest with a look of pure satisfaction.