Chapter 214  Finley let out a cold short, dissatisfied with Harvey’s show of arrogance that had stolen his thunder. Just as he was about to argue, a commanding volce, though accompanied by a cough, resonated through the room.  “As the elder, I’m here to support my son Harvey I trust everyone will show proper respect.  The auction house erupted in commotion, as no one had expected the head of the Weller family, one of Jayrodale’s most influential figures, to make a personal appearance.  “That decrepit old man Kane actually showed up, huh,” Finley muttered under his breath in his private booth, choosing to hold his tongue.  While he could provoke Harvey, it was a different story with Kane. After all, as the head of an established family, Kane held the same status as the leader of the Hidden Dragons.  Finley knew all too well that Kane, despite his current frail appearance, had been a force to be reckoned with in his younger days. As a junior grandmaster in martial arts, Kane could  end  him with a single hand.  Even though the Weller family’s influence had waned, Kane was still very much alive, and his reputation remained formidable.  Michael and Bane also chose to remain silent. Bane mocked, “To think that old man Kane would personally step in for Such a worthless son”  “But no matter how much effort you put into propping up a failure, trash will always be trash. Once Kane kicks the bucket, the Weller family will collapse like a house of cards.”  Michael gritted his teeth and said, “If only the Rhodes family head treated me like Kane treats Harvey, I wouldn’t be in such a pathetic position. Unfortunately, he isn’t a fair man–showing favoritism to that bitch Lauren while ignoring me, the true heir of the Rhodes family!”  Elsie curtsied gracefully to Kane, showing proper respect to the Weller family head. However, she secretly sighed, knowing that with Kane throwing his weight around, the diamond crown. would not fetch its true value and would end up being a bargain for the Weller family.  “The bidding starts at 3 million dollars. Esteemed guests, please place your bids!” Elsie announced halfheartedly, then fell silent.  Harvey beamed with joy and was the first to speak: “I bid 3.75 million dollars. Thank you, Ms. Santana and Mr. Vaughn.”  Seated in the front section, Kane smiled slightly before leaving with the Weller family’s elite guards. He had only come to show face and support Harvey. Now that the outcome was certain, it was time for him to leave–staying longer might invite accusations of bullying with  his status.  “3.75 million dollars going once. Would anyone like to raise the bid?” Elsie inquired, unable to  +25 BONUS  Chapter 214  resist glancing at The Vault.  Seeing no movement from the opposite side, she could not help but think that even Andrew had to show deference to the Weller family head,  “Ms. Santana, since our esteemed guests are being so accommodating, please don’t delay any further. Have the diamond crown delivered to my private room,” Harvey said; basking in his victory.  The Weller family might be declining, but they still ruled Jayrodale–who would dare challenge them?  Harvey was lost in pleasant thoughts about his impending marriage to Christina, the refined beauty. Not only would he win her hand, but he would also ascend to become the Weller family head.  It was the perfect win–win situation, and soon, he would not need his father’s backing–his own presence would be enough to command respect.  Elsie announced loudly, “3.75 million dollars going for the last time. Since there are no other bids, this diamond crown belongs to-”