Chapter 33 : Insulter Insulted Menu John looked downstairs . His son remained composed , while Michaels impatience grew with Andys calm demeanor . Andy , legs crossed , finally showed emotion not the reaction Michael expected . He simply said , in a bored tone , Loud . The onlookers chuckled . This wasnt the response Michael wanted . Hed expected scornful looks , whispers about his lack of funds , and utter humiliation . Instead , they were laughing * at * him ! Michael had had miscalculated . Most people on the first floor were hardworking employees assistants , secretaries , butlers , auction agents . The few wealthy individuals present were well mannered and wouldnt mock someone for being poor , especially when Michael was deliberately insulting Andy . At school , Michaels wealth attracted sycophants who echoed his mockery . Here , they had no connection to him , and no one cared . Lily , look , our son isnt one to be bullied , John whispered , pointing downstairs , his tone brimming with pride . Seeing her son effortlessly deflect the situation , Lily felt a wave of relief . I heard Jansons eldest son was quick tempered . When did he become so calm ? Lindsey muttered , her expression sour . Andys lack of anger prevented a more dramatic confrontation . Hes always been composed , except when his mother is mentioned , Bella had instructed Lindseys hired help to target his mother , but that person was delayed . Then , they heard Michael say , Cant you understand plain English ? No wonder abandoned you ! your mother The abandoned comment was a rumor stemming from Mothers Day . A street vendor had aggressively tried to sell him flowers , berating him for being unfilial and insulting his mother . Andy had beaten him up , leading to rumors that his mother had left him when he was young Michael used this as a weapon . Lily saw her son stiffen . Her face turned cold . Shut up ! Suddenly , an impeccably dressed foreign man stormed over . Lily paused , recognizing the speaker . It was NoDi . The auction staff prepared for the start of the auction . Michael ignored NoDi , glancing at Andys paddle . You wont be bidding anyway . Why bother ? Watch and learn . Youll never earn what Ill spend today , he sneered , settling into his seat . NoDi approached , his gaze fixed on Michael . Hes bullying you ? Andy saw the staff ID on the mans chest , mistaking him for a security guard . He replied , No. Michael was a clown ; his antics held no sway over Andy . Small acts of retribution had already proven effective against him . Michael hadnt noticed how many times hed been outsmarted by Andy , attributing his misfortunes to bad luck . Hes got a problem here * , * Andy said , tapping his temple . He found Michael truly pathetic . NoDi , deciding not to engage with a fool , said , Are you free after the auction ? I want to talk to you . He was concerned that the boy might harbor resentment towards his mother . Hed introduce himself as a friend of her mother . To avoid seeming threatening , he offered his card . Seeing the Chairman , NoDi International Auction House , Andys classmates were thrilled . Was Chapter 33 : Insulter Insulted Manu this a chance to secure sponsorship ? They tugged at Andys sleeve . * Senior , please say yes ! * Okay , Andy said , taking the card . The auction began . NoDi stood aside , ostensibly watching the stage but covertly observing Andy . He saw the resemblance . It was Lilys child ! He felt an immediate affection for the boy . Seeing the situation on the first floor defused , Lily remained upstairs , her gaze fixed on Michaels back , a faint smirk playing on her lips . The auction commenced . The first item was a jade bracelet , starting at 550,000 . Michael glanced back at Andy with disdain and raised his paddle . Number 30,650,000 . Number 75,750,000 . The bids climbed , reaching 1.2 million . Michaels expression grew serious . Hed budgeted 1.1 million for the bracelet . Seeing Andys gaze , he gritted his teeth and raised his paddle again . Number 30,1.2 million . As the auctioneer repeated the bid , Michael felt relief . No one was competing . Number 8,1.3 million . Michael clenched his jaw , looking for the rival bidder . His expression was complex . It wasnt someone on the first floor . Second floor bidders could use paddles or buttons , remaining unseen from below . He decided to let it go . There were other jade pieces . Michaels grandmothers birthday was the day after tomorrow . His mother had given him three million to buy her a gift . He planned to spend around one million on jade jewelry , pocketing the rest . The start was disastrous . Someone was competing with him . He soon realized that Number 8 was targeting him specifically . 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