Chapter 339 Andrew smiled.


    Dont mention it.


    I didnt do much for Dr.


    Aicker anyway.


    That relic just seemed to have a natural connection with him.


    Elsie stood quietly to the side, observing Andrew with subtle interest.


    Her thoughts churned as she wondered to herself, Could a man like this truly exist? Someone so


    She had to admit he had a maic pull on her, yet she felt a pang of disappointment.


    No matter


    she did, her charm did not catch his attention at all


    Just then, a staff member whispered something in Elsies ear, and she hesitated for a moment before speaking up.


    Mr.


    Lloyd, the Jayrodale Antiques Association would like to invite you to join as a member.


    Are you interested? Andrew instinctively wanted to decline.


    He was never one to care about club memberships, VIP titles, ormittee positions.


    Thosebels might impress others, but they held no appeal for him, as he preferred to keep to himself.


    Before he could turn it down, Francesca interjected with a cheerfulugh.


    Thats a great honor! Ive heard that being part of the antiques association earns you much respect. Andrew, this is perfect for you, especially at your age.


    Thank you so much, Ms.


    Santana! Elsies face lit up.


    Then its settled ! Ill speak to the association president and let them know Mr.


    Lloyd is officially joining our association.


    With both women looking so pleased, Andrew felt it would be rude to dampen their excitement, so he held back his objections.


    He let out a small sigh, resigned to going along with their enthusiasm for now.


    After a short break, Elsie announced, Mr.


    Lloyd, were about to start the highlight of the antiques festival.


    Andrew raised an eyebrow, intrigued


    I thought the event was already lively enough.


    Whats this highlight youre talking about? Elsie gave him a sly smile and whispered, The most thrilling part of the festival is stone gambling


    Its a tradition where fortunes are made or lost on the gamble of what lies.


    hidden inside raw stones


    Francescas eyes sparkled with excitement.


    Oh, Ive heard about that! Its all about the adrenaline rush and the thrill of the unknown, right? Even wealthy collectors and business.


    tycoons are cautious about ying, though.


    Elsie nodded.


    Exactly.


    The stakes are so high that one mistake or streak of bad luck could ruin someonepletely.


    I once saw a prominent antiques expert risk his entire fortune on a 1/2  Chapter 339 single uncut stone


    When the stone turned out to be worthless, he lost everything and eventually ended up on the streetspletely broken.


    Francescas expression turned sympathetic


    To gamble away everything for something so uncertain... Why would anyone do that? The risk seems far too great its like betting your entire life on one spin of a roulette wheel.


    Andrew shrugged and said calmly, Thats exactly the allure of stone gambling.


    People enjoy the process of turning nothing into something, of taking a risk and hoping for a reward. Youd be surprised how many are drawn to the thrill.


    Francesca looked at Elsie in surprise.


    Ms.


    Santana, is Andrew right? Are that many people really into this? Elsie smiled knowingly.


    Hes absolutely right.


    The magic of stone gambling lies in its unpredictability and the hope it offers.


    Even knowing the risks, people still cant resist diving in, chasing that one chance to strike it big. Francesca shook her head in disbelief.


    I honestly cant understand how anyone could take a risk like that.