Amber’s expression remained indifferent as she refused again, “Mr. Golden, please forgive me, but I cannot accept this gift.”
Anton showed a hint of disappointment on his face, but quickly regained his elegant and charming demeanor. “Miss Watts, it was presumptuous of me. I will keep the Ice Jade Spiritual Pearl for now. If we are ever destined to be immortal companions, I will present it to you then,” he said with a smile, appearing very magnanimous.
Upon hearing Anton mention becoming her immortal companion, Amber’s beautiful eyebrows furrowed slightly. Although she felt a bit repulsed by his words, she didn’t say anything.
Arthur, unable to stand it any longer, spoke directly, “Mr. Golden, don’t waste your efforts. You’re far from being worthy of becoming my sister’s immortal companion.”
“Oh? Is that so? May I ask where I fall short?” Anton’s eyebrows raised slightly at Arthur’s words, his handsome face slowly losing its smile.
In Zratol, it was the first time someone had told him he was lacking.
Seeing Arthur unable to give a specific reason, Anton’s lips curled into a mocking smile. “I wonder how I compare to you?” he asked.
“Of course you’re better than me,” Arthur replied with a smirk. “To be honest, I already have someone in mind for my sister’s husband!”
“In my heart, only one person is worthy of Amber. No matter how much you practice or refine your alchemy skills, even after a hundred years, you won’t match him.”
Arthur couldn’t stand Anton’s arrogant demeanor and didn’t hold back his words.
Hearing Arthur’s claim, the cultivators around them became curious, wondering who Arthur was talking about.
However, many were skeptical, thinking Arthur was just boasting.
Everyone knew that in all of Zratol, aside from the Marquis Manor’s princess, Anton was undoubtedly the top among the younger generation.
There was even a significant chance he could become a Spirit Saint in the coming years.
Such talent was nothing short of extraordinary.
“Is that so? I’d love to know who you’re talking about,” Anton said with a smile.
Anton was extremely confident in himself. Whether in cultivation or alchemy talent, he believed he could rival the top core disciples of the three major sects.
So he didn’t believe anyone in Zratol could surpass him.
Amber’s cold and beautiful face showed a moment of surprise at Arthur’s words.
Leo felt a bit helpless at this moment; he knew Arthur was definitely talking about him.
Seeing Arthur hesitate, Anton provoked him further, “Mr. Watts, what’s the name of this person you’re talking about? If he’s here, please point him out. I’d really like to meet this young talent you think is worthy of Miss Watts.”
“Yes, Mr. Watts, tell us who it is so we can see for ourselves.”
“I bet Mr. Watts is just making it up.”
“In all of Zratol, there’s no young man stronger than Mr. Golden…”
The onlookers were buzzing with discussions.
Amber had already guessed who Arthur was talking about. She instinctively looked around and quickly spotted Leo in his black cloak.
Noticing Amber looking at him, Leo raised an eyebrow slightly.
Arthur nonchalantly said, “The young talent I’m talking about is not in Zratol right now and didn’t attend today’s auction.”
Arthur naturally couldn’t point out Leo directly; otherwise, Leo would probably beat him up.
Anton chuckled lightly, “That’s a pity. If the person you mentioned comes to Zratol in the future, you must let me know.”
Anyone could see that Anton was mocking Arthur.
“Tsk tsk, who would have thought the second son of the Watts family would lie in front of so many people.”
“Mr. Watts’ boasting skills are getting better and better.”
“Mr. Watts trying to fabricate someone to put down Mr. Golden is really desperate.”
Some cultivators affiliated with the Golden Family and some female cultivators who admired Anton began attacking Arthur verbally.
Upon hearing these comments, Wade and others’ faces darkened.
In Pavilion No. 8, Jameson and other members of the Golden Family had smiles on their faces.
Anton was the pride of the Golden Family and undoubtedly the top young talent in Zratol. The second son of the Watts family lying in front of so many people was also a blow to the Watts family’s reputation.
Elder Catalina of the Watts family snorted coldly and swept her icy gaze over those who were speaking ill.
The critics immediately felt a chill and quickly fell silent.
Elder Catalina withdrew her cold gaze and said in an unquestionable tone, “I can testify that such a person exists!”
“I don’t know about his cultivation level, but his alchemy skills are indeed higher than mine.”
“Mr. Golden, at my age, there’s no need for me to deceive a junior like you.”
Elder Catalina didn’t have a good impression of Anton either. Besides, given the relationship between the Golden and Watts families, it was impossible for Anton to become Amber’s immortal companion!
Upon hearing Elder Catalina’s words, Anton’s eyes narrowed slightly.
He knew Elder Catalina of the Watts family well enough to know she always meant what she said.
“I’ve met that young friend too. In terms of alchemy skills, he’s indeed slightly better than me,” Keith Conway, another senior alchemist from the Watts family, added.
With both Elder Catalina and Keith Conway vouching for him, it was clear that Arthur hadn’t made it up.
“Mr. Golden, please return to your family’s pavilion,” Elder Catalina said coldly when she saw Anton still standing there.
Anton bowed slightly to Elder Catalina and Keith Conway before turning and walking back to his pavilion.
When Anton reached them, Jameson finally spoke, “Anton, don’t take the Watts family’s words too seriously. Your talent is recognized throughout Zratol.”
“Father, I understand. Such words can’t affect me,” Anton replied with a relaxed expression. “However, I’m quite curious about who Arthur was talking about.”
Rudy’s eyes lit up as if he suddenly remembered something. “Anton, I recall seeing someone with Arthur on the street once. He looked about Arthur’s age, but I didn’t pay attention to his appearance,” he said quickly.
Anton nodded slightly and turned to look in Amber’s direction, thinking: No matter who it is, Amber is destined to be my Dual Cultivation Immortal Companion; no one can take her away!
Soon, the auction square in the back garden was packed with people.
At a glance, there were at least a thousand people present.