Marcus, a high-profile businessman who was in his sixties, countered with "$15 million."

Just then, a middle-aged man in a suit jumped in with "$16 million."

A bossy-looking woman with a sharp jawline raised her paddle. "$20 million."

Desmond's eyes narrowed as he saw that he had lots of competitors. He raised the bidding to 24 million.

Marcus responded with "$25 million."

The middle-aged man bid "$25.5 million."

The bossy woman countered with "$26 million."

Desmond's competitive ...