He placed his fingers onto their pressure points to begin countering the effect of the Jimsonweed. Jimsonweed was not poisonous; since Leon discovered it earlier, they consumed little of it. With Leon's skill, Cynthia and Sandra soon recovered."Sandra, what are you going to do now?" Cynthia asked."I don't know." Sandra shook her head dazedly."Leonard is a scum and I think you need to break up with him!" Cynthia suggested."I want to, but-" Sandra's expression darkened."But what? You can't plan to stay with him even after what he has done, can you?" shocked, Cynthia protested, "no way. You can't do this. You'll never be happy if you are with someone like him. I don't want you to suffer for the rest of your life!""Cynthia, it's not as simple as you think. My relationship with him is more like an arranged marriage. My family relies on his family heavily in the business and if I try to break up with him, my dad and everyone in my family will stop me," Sandra said bitterly."Oh,
Not only would this help the Doyles, but it might also bring them harm in the end.Cynthia was rendered speechless at Leon's words, knowing that his view was reasonable. The Energy Nurturing Pills were special and for a family with no power to defend themselves, handing the pills to them would only cause trouble."Maybe it's just not meant to be." Sandra was depressed that the only hope she had was gone."Don't worry, Sandra. We can try to figure something else out," Cynthia consoled her, before rocking Leon's arm back and forth, "Leon, Sandra, and I have been friends for years and I can't just let her ruin her life. Think of something, will you?""I have a way," Leon said."What is it?" Cynthia asked excitedly. Sandra, too, turned to stare at Leon with anticipation."Apart from the Energy Nurturing Pills, we have other products such as the Life-Prolonging Pills and Beauty Pills. We can hand those over to Miss Doyle and I imagine that would bring a considerable profit to her fami
She hoped that Leonard could help to get the Panax ahead of time, but after what happened, Cynthia knew that she would not be able to rely on the Hines for help, which left her and Leon to fight for Panax on their own....Meanwhile, in Cynthia's room."Cynthia, I'll go back to my room now. Rest well!" Leon said, before turning to leave."Wait! Leon, I still feel weak from the Jimsonweed just now. Stay and chat with me for a while." Cynthia reached hastily for Leon's arm."What? You're still under its effect?" Leon asked in surprise. He was certain that he countered the effect completely, but decided that he might have missed something."Yeah. Maybe." Cynthia's eyes darted away and she refused to meet his eyes. In truth, she was no longer under the effect of the Jimsonweed and only wanted to spend more time with Leon."Maybe I should check your condition again?" Leon asked, not noticing the way she was looking away."It's fine. I'm probably fine. I just want you to stay and cha
"Cynthia, what's wrong?" Leon jolted awake and sat up."Leon, why are you on my bed?" Cynthia blushed, her heart threatening to leap out of her chest."Huh?" He froze and glanced at Cynthia, before looking down at himself.'Damn it, did something happen between Cynthia and me last night?' He thought. His heart sank as he immediately lifted the blanket and was relieved when he saw that he was fully dressed.Cynthia, too, noticed that she was fully dressed and realized that she slept next to Leon.While Leon was relieved, she felt conflicted.She was in love with Leon and a part of her hoped that something happened the night before so that Leon would be forced to open up to her; on the other hand, she was a virtuous woman and was not prepared to give herself to Leon, so she felt glad that nothing happened as well."I'm sorry, Cynthia. I was half-asleep and probably crawled into bed in my dreams. I didn't mean to," Leon apologized sincerely."Don't apologize. I'm not angry at you,
...The pair left the hotel and drove to the auction that was held at the city center.It was the largest auction in Seacove City and all neighboring cities, attracting countless wealthy families and collectors to gather for it.By the time Leon and Cynthia arrived, the outdoor parking lot was filled with all luxurious brands of cars.According to the protocol, Leon and Cynthia had to submit 300 thousand for deposit in exchange for a number plate and a dialog.The number given to them was 1603 and it would be the number they used when they bid for objects; the dialog had all the information about the objects sold at the auction with the estimated prices written on their respective pages for the guests' convenience.On the first floor of the building, over a thousand people took their seats, and apart from businessmen and collectors, there were also members of powerful families seen everywhere.Leon and Cynthia entered the event hall and found their seats.Before they were a gig
Considering the selling rate for other items, the starting price of four million would eventually be raised to fifteen million. Though most people who participated in the auction came from a wealthy background, four million was still a considerable amount and the majority of them did not feel that the wild Panax was worth its price.Leon straightened his back in excitement when he noticed the lack of interest around the hall, as his chance of obtaining the Panax would be higher with fewer competitors."Four million and seven hundred thousand!""Six million!"Nine million!"...Some members of certain families had their eyes on the wild Panax and soon the price went up to twelve million."Fifteen million!" Leon raised his number plate.Most of the other competitors knew that fifteen million was considered a rather high price for Panax and all contemplated if they should give up."Fifteen million, going once! Going twice," Jared announced calmly.The estimated selling price for
Frustrated, Cynthia tried to raise the price, only to be stopped by Leon."Cynthia, forget it. Let's not continue bidding." Leon shook his head."What? Why not? That Panax is important to us and we can't just let it go!" Cynthia was confused. Though forty-five million was a large amount, with the support of Cynthion Group and the Shears, she did not need to fear any competitors even if the price doubled."Can't you tell that that guy's dead set on getting the Panax? We won't win against him. Besides, he belonged to the Hunts and his two men are extremely powerful martial artists. I think they might be in the Realm of a Supreme Master! Even if we manage to buy the Panax, we won't get out of this city alive!" Leon smiled bitterly."Damn it!" Cynthia's expression darkened as she agreed with what Leon said. They are in the depths of the Hunts' territory and it would not end well if they crossed the Hunts."We came specifically for the Panax. Are we supposed to just go home empty-hande
"Who do you think you are? I'm not interested!" Quinton snorted."No. I'm sure you will be interested!" Leon said calmly."Kid, quit your blubbering! I'm warning you to stay away from Mister Hunt, or I'll show you no mercy!" One of Quinton's men roared, his powerful aura exploding from his body.As expected, the bodyguard was in the Realm of a Supreme Master.Leon's expression darkened, confirming that the bodyguard was at the initial phase of the Realm of a Supreme Master, but instead of backing away, Leon kept his composure. "Mister Hunt, if I'm not mistaken, you have suffered an internal injury and you don't have much longer to live!"Leon's words caused the people around them to stir."Who's this kid?""Not only was he bidding against Mister Hunt, but he was also cursing Mister Hunt to death!""He must have a death wish or something!""Yeah, I don't recognize that kid. I don't think he's from around here. God knows where he comes from!"...Everyone around them stared at