The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

Chapter 31

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Anyone else would have leaped at the opportunity without a second thought. After all, Thomas had already mentioned how much he had sold the other Mystic Drake Teapot for, proving how sincere his offer was. Selling a teapot bought for 10,000 dollars for over 20 million dollars was like a golden ticket to financial freedom.

But Felix shook his head. What he found somewhat amusing was that Mike's supposedly false claim was, in fact, true. The teapot had indeed originated from Henry Davies, the famous teapot maker of the Clearwater era. "Sorry, Mr. Camden, but I plan to give this to an elder. It's not for sale," Felix said.

Thomas noticed Felix's expression didn't waver even when over 20 million dollars was mentioned. Felix obviously didn't care about money, and raising the price further would be futile.

"But I can tell you who will receive this porcelain teapot. It'll be entirely up to him whether he decides to sell it," Felix added.

Thomas saw a glimmer of hope and nodded politely. "Thank you, young man. We're the type who can't resist a good thing when we see it."

Felix mentioned it because he knew he couldn't make decisions on Warren's behalf, and with Wendy showing such respect for Thomas, it was obvious that Thomas had powerful connections. For Warren, getting to know Thomas could be far more valuable than 20 million dollars. "How much do I owe you?" Felix asked.

a stern expression as he replied, "You're making me sound like a miser. You're Ms. Kinsley's friend. How could I possibly charge you? Besides, you've already told me who the teapot will go to, and that's more than enough."

shop, Wendy teased, "You might be the only person who isn't tempted by over 20 million

"It's connections that truly matter. Money? I can't really speak on

of his relatives in a lavish private room at Stellaris Hotel. It had been years since his last birthday celebration, and it wouldn't have been right not to

Felix is actually late," Sasha grumbled, still annoyed by the fact that Felix had

he's too embarrassed to show up after you

who spoke was Milo Quinton, Sasha's cousin. He had a talent for flattery and always knew what to say to keep Sasha in high spirits, which earned him plenty

does show up,

and handed Warren a gift. "Uncle

up and no

set the gift aside when Sasha stepped forward. "Dad, Felix really put a lot of thought into this gift. Why don't you open it?

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felt a bit improper, even if