C149 Bidding War!

"Two million!" came a shout from the adjacent room.

The room erupted in chaos as everyone dove under their seats, save for Matthew and the occupants of the room opposite. Hawk, supporting Lark, stood up. "I need some air; this is too much for my heart to handle! This isn't shopping; it's a life-or-death gamble! Lark, we need to get out of here!" As they reached the door, Hawk looked back