Chapter 1040 An Unsettling Aura

Alex gazed at the invitation card before instinctively turning to Garett, who met his gaze with a knowing smile.

It was evident that Garett was offering his assistance. Without hesitation, Alex accepted the card, fully aware of the opportunity it presented to acquire the Blood Ganoderma.

“You’re Mr. Greaves’ nephew?” The security guard stared at Alex in shock, unable to believe his ears. All this time, he had always considered Alex to be a pauper, but who would have thought that he was actually Mr. Greaves’ nephew? This revelation commanded respect from the security guard, who addressed him accordingly.

“Why? Don’t you believe me?” Alex raised an eyebrow and gave the security guard a teasing look. He understood that Garett must hold some importance for the security guard to treat him with such respect.

Upon hearing Alex’s words, the security guard immediately responded with great respect, “Don’t be silly, Mr. Jefferson. Why would I ever question Mr. Greaves? I’ve been such an ignorant fool in the past. Please forgive me if I’ve ever crossed you.”

even went so far as to kneel before Alex and rub his shoes as a gesture

by the security guard’s display of subservience. Realizing that the guard was a coward at heart, he decided to let the matter slide and entered the auction with Garett.

Greaves. I’m Alex,” Alex said as

accepted the card with an amicable smile and replied, “You’re welcome. So what caught your attention

stating, “I’m here for the Blood

final item up for auction tonight will be the Blood Ganoderma. It’s an exceedingly rare and sought-after item desired by

Ganoderma will be

despite having good intentions, believed that obtaining the Blood Ganoderma would be

of the fierce competition he would face. It wasn’t a problem for him as the highest bidder ultimately prevailed in

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