Chapter 2359
Andrew lifted his gaze and looked at Enzo. Anyone carrying that surname could only be from the Reyes family. If he was not part of the main bloodline, then at the very least, he was from one of their branches.
Enzo’s face carried an unfriendly sharpness, and there was a predatory air about him.
Narrowing his eyes, he sneered at Andrew. “Well, well, what a rare guest! I never thought the famous Dragon Prince of the Lloyd family would step foot into our family’s auction house.”
Andrew waved dismissively. “Cut the nonsense. Just tell me if you’re taking my business or not.”
Enzo let out a cold laugh. “Not a chance. And not only are we not taking it, but I’m asking you to get the hell out of here.”
Joaquin gasped in shock. “Sir, you…”
Enzo whipped his head around and snapped, “Shut up, old man. Since when do I need your input in my decisions?”
Joaquin trembled, and he dared not say another word.
Andrew chuckled softly, showing not the slightest anger. “Chetvine Grand Auction House, such a fine place, such a fine establishment. I never thought the Reyes family would actually hand it over to a coward like you to manage. If someone like you existed in the Lloyd family, he’d have been stomped to death and fed to the dogs long ago.
Still smiling, Andrew rose to his feet and leisurely adjusted the buttons on his tailored suit.
Enzo’s expression turned dark and sinister. “Andrew, you’d better watch yourself. This isn’t the Lloyd family’s territory, and it sure as hell isn’t Martial Tower, where you can run wild. This is under the Reyes family’s control. If you act arrogantly here, I can make sure you never walk out alive.”
Andrew strode forward without hesitation, looking him straight in the eye. “Go ahead, take a shot. I want to see exactly how you’re going to make sure I don’t walk out.”
Enzo smirked. “I know I can’t beat you. I’m no match. Kyrie’s humiliation was proof enough of that. But Andrew, even if I can’t fight you, I can still refuse your business. You’re short on cash, right? Then scram. I don’t care if you brought something valuable; I’m shutting the door on you.”
He burst into laughter, clearly enjoying himself and acting like he had Andrew cornered.
Andrew remained unfazed. Suddenly, he pulled out another box. Unlike the two before, this one was smaller and far more exquisite, its surface gleaming like crystal, almost too perfect to touch.
With a soft click, Andrew opened it.
At once, the rich fragrance of the pill filled the air. Just one breath made the mind clear and the body feel light, as if the world itself had turned refreshing and serene.
Joaquin’s face shifted instantly, his eyes filled with hunger. “Good Lord, that’s a ninth–grade supreme elixir. And this scent… It’s the Marble Essence Pill!”
Even Enzo’s expression faltered, and his voice came out sharp. “A ninth–grade supreme elixir? Are you sure?”
Joaquin glanced at Andrew in awe, lowering his voice with absolute certainty. “No mistake, Mr. Reyes. It’s definitely a ninth–grade supreme elixir. It’s been six months since anyone offered one at auction.
“This pill is rarer than life itself. And it’s not just any pill… It’s the Marble Essence Pill, one that strengthens a warrior’s spirit and consciousness. Its effects are leagues above anything made at Mistveil Peak. We shouldn’t even bother putting this up for auction. It should go directly to the family. Offering it would be a contribution of the highest honor.”
Greed and desire instantly replaced the cold hostility in Enzo’s eyes.
Yet, before either of them could act, there was a sharp snap. Andrew had already closed the crystal box in one hand, tucked it away, and turned toward the door.
Joaquin froze for a moment, then rushed after him in panic. “Mr. Lloyd, please wait! Our auction house is willing to buy it from you directly for 300 million!”
Andrew’s tone was flat as stone. “Bad business isn’t worth doing, and I’m not doing business with the Reyes family.”
The reversal hit like a slap, and the words cut deeper than any blade.