Just the opening bid was already that high. Sir Kensington actually wanted to take home A Thousand Miles of Rivers and Mountains. The sheer weight of his money shocked me.

Five minutes later, A Thousand Miles of Rivers and Mountains officially entered the bidding.

Grandpa clamped down on Sir Kensington’s hand like his life depended on it, signaling Sean to raise the paddle.

Sean played along perfectly.

Sir Kensington’s face turned dark. ...