Chapter 171 No one paid attention to Tanner's unwarranted shouting. Even if it were part of Kayson
and Zachary's plan, it proved that Tanner was no better than them.
Moreover, anyone could tell that Tanner was only making such remarks because he was afraid his
reputation would be ruined. âZachary...
Tanner's expression was very unpleasant, and he was gnashing his teeth in resentment because he
was badly humiliated today!
âJust wait and see!â
Tanner did not want to endure the mocking glance cast by the others like he was a clown anymore.
Hence, he turned around and left in quick strides.
Kayson took a glance at Heirein and casually said, âNot leaving with him yet, Mr. Rockwood?"
Heireinâs expression changed, and he said anxiously, âI'm not going to feel itchy again,
right?â
âIf you aren't up to your little tricks, I think you won't suffer from another attack anymore.âHeireinâs
expression was rather unpleasant, and he took a recalcitrant glance at Lindsy soon afterward.Lindsy
did not fear Heirein so much, with Kayson backing her up. Hence, she stood up straight and stared
back at him.Heirein did not comment further, but he turned around and left in dejection.âA wise
man knows when to retreat. I'll figure out a way to deal with Kayson later.â After the two unsightly
men were gone, the bigshots looking on from the side began to approach Zachary to chat in
succession.They behaved in a completely different manner toward Zachary as compared to before.
After all, they were convinced by what they sawâZachary curing Tanner's unknown itchiness with his
simple treatment.The effectiveness of Zachary's treatment was
proven!Kayson received some attention when a few people passed him their business cards.
Yorrick approached Kayson again, but the latter was not very fond of him. He found Yorrick's
utilitarian spirit to be overpowering. Kayson did not wish to interact with these strangers, so he took
Lindsy to hide in a corner.Lindsy brought many delicious desserts for Kayson, and they chatted
joyously while eating.A staff member invited the crowd to enter the auction room located inside the
lodge at threein the afternoon.Kayson and the others were given a bidding paddle each before
taking their seats.It seemed that there were private rooms upstairs. In fact, Kayson could feel quite a
number of powerful presences around, and none of those powerhouses were weaker than Bradley.
He was astonished and thought about how Zachary was right about the numerous skilled fighters in
the city!
Even though there was no one powerful enough to threaten him for the time being, there was no
telling if someone might pop up at any moment. âMr. Ewell, what's happening with the upstairs
private rooms?â Zachary raised his head, took a glance, and said smilingly, âHow could those
influential figures possibly want to sit with us in the common seating area willingly?"âThey value
privacy very much. Moreover, some canât show their faces, such as government officials or those
with sketchy backgrounds.âKayson nodded to express his understanding.âIt's starting!âA beautiful
woman with a voluptuous figure in an emerald dress walked up to the podium.The crowd learned
her name was Eira Rivera after the opening speech.Then, the lots were pushed up to the stage one
by one, all antiques with acceptable prices.The antique porcelain pieces were showcased later on
and auctioned at relatively higher prices. Then, paintings were auctioned off, and Kayson's interest
was not piqued.Meanwhile, the auctioneer said smilingly, âRespected guests, the vendor traveled
abroad recently and chanced upon some precious tonics by lucky coincidence. âThe vendor is
offering these lots for auction because they are of no use for them. The lots have been verified for
authenticity, and all the lots are precious tonics effective in strengthening oneâs body. âHowever, the
vendor has also offered five rare lots for the auction.â Zachary said softly, âHere it comes!â Kayson
nodded. However, his goal was to acquire the Bocca Fruit. Then, Eira pulled away the red cover to
reveal a glass box containing an enchantingâlooking red flower.