Chapter 311 InfiniteNine Group Steps In

• "Mr. Ball, you're right," Crispin said as he stood up. "At an auction, it's all about financial power. It's not about forming a group and thinking you're untouchable, acting like everyone must bow down to you. That's just impossible. My family may not have as much wealth as others, but we're still willing to go up against these groups. We don't know who will win or lose, but we'll definitely make sure they bleed before it's over. And about what you said, Mr. Ball, I understand you have more financial power than I do. So, if you place a bid, I'll step back. But if the groups start bidding, I'll come back in full force."
• Crispin's words were clearly aimed at the Big Three Alliance, firing shots at them while letting them know that the Kirks weren't afraid of their group tactics. If those families started bidding, Crispin was prepared to make them pay dearly.
• "I agree with Mr. Kirk," said Ainsley Strickland, the family head of the Stricklands, rising to his feet. "If Mr. Ball bids, I'll step back. But if the group starts bidding, I'll come back strong."