Chapter 285
Chapter 285:
Jacoby hadn’t yet explored the depths of the venue, but the quality of the displayed items near the entrance didn’t raise his expectations for the remaining exhibits.
Pleased with his discernment, Jacoby was confident that his earlier sabotage of most of the valuable antiques had inflicted notable damage on his enemies.
Moreover, Beal had astutely invited the renowned appraisal master, Aydan, to the event. This presented an excellent chance for Aydan to critique the lackluster collection.
Unlike the charlatan, Rolland, Jacoby had employed previously, Aydan was the real deal.
If Ashton resorted to doubting Aydan’s identity to shield him from criticism like he did last time, he was in for a rude awakening. This time, he was up against a true expert and couldn’t fool anyone anymore.
Brimming with anticipation, Jacoby reveled in his cunning.
Even to his untrained eye, the inferior quality of the exhibits was glaringly obvious; how much more so to a professional appraiser like Aydan.
His confidence unwavering, Jacoby felt certain his scheme would prevail. He had poured considerable effort into this moment, and the prospect of witnessing Ashton’s defeat was tantalizing.
Suddenly, he realized the growing crowd at the venue could play to his advantage.
Among the influx might be the influential figure conducting a covert inspection.
Should the exhibition fail embarrassingly in front of such a person, it would surely tarnish the reputation of not only the attending officials but also the entire city of Inewood.
At that point, even without Jacoby’s financial meddling, the authorities from Inewood would undoubtedly act against Skyline Group for besmirching the city’s image.
Mulling over the potential benefits of this unintended advantage, a satisfied smile crept across Jacoby’s face.
Just then, Aydan, the man Jacoby had been eagerly awaiting, made his entrance.
Wasting no time, Jacoby approached and whispered earnestly, “Mr. Cortez, my brother must have briefed you already. I don’t need you to be biased. Just keep an eye on that man, and when he begins to boast, I trust you’ll step in and expose him p>
Jacoby discreetly pointed to Ashton, who was deep in conversation with some officials nearby.
Aydan nodded and offered a confident smile in return. “Mr. Marquez, don’t worry. I’m a professional. Even if you hadn’t hired me, I wouldn’t allow anyone to deceive people about antiques. Our field is riddled with such fraudsters. Today, I assure you, he won’t succeed p>
Jacoby nodded in satisfaction at Aydan’s confident assurance, then joined him in tailing Ashton and the officials.
At that moment, Ashton and Rosalie were leading the group of officials through the exhibition, acting as guides and orchestrating a vibrant tour. The scene buzzed with the murmurs of various representatives following closely.