The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

Chapter 7

Felix turned and saw Sasha.

Just his luck.

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He didn't want to argue with her, but he decided to say, "Sasha, you don't have to worry about what your father said. There's no future between us. I'll break the news to lifm in a month."

Sasha chuckled. "At least you're self-aware. That saves me the trouble. You'd better stick to your words, or you'll regret it when I do it my way."

Ruth chimed in, "You might not know how popular Sasha is now. She has more admirers than she can count, and many of them are from wealthy families. You're no match.

Then, she glanced at the tail lights of the disappearing Rolls-Royce Phantom. "Renting a fancy car might change your appearance, but it won't change who you are inside."

Felix nodded, relieved Sasha wasn't pursuing him. He never liked her, not three years ago, and certainly not now. Her family's company's success had only made her more arrogant and superficial.

As Felix headed into Luxe Dining, Sasha scowled, and her disdain became evident. "Are you deaf? I said you need reservation and a membership card to dine here. Don't expect me to take you in." However, Felix ignored her.

Sasha thought she was warning him out of kindness and felt disgusted by his ignorance.

"Ruth, let's wait a bit. If he gets kicked out and tries to blame me, it might involve even my dad."

"Good idea. We can't let him take advantage of us.'

From their spot, they could see the restaurant's front desk. Felix had already walked up to it.

"Good evening, sir. May I have your membership card or phone number, please?"

his head.

maintained a polite smile, there was a hint of mockery in her eyes. "I'm sorry, sir. We operate on a member reservation basis. You might want to try another restaurant." Felix reached into his pocket and pulled out the Golden Card

receptionist's demeanor changed instantly. She became extremely respectful as she said, "Sir, my deepest apologies. With this card, you are one of our most esteemed guests. Would you prefer to dine in the main hall or a private room?" This was the first

me a private room," Felix

a meal in the main hall, he didn't want to risk running into Sasha.

a quick meal, which wouldn't disrupt

here. Please follow me," greeted Donald Peck,

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"Sure."

Ruth nudged Sasha, who

getting kicked out but being escorted by someone who looks like the

to dine here. The manager is likely taking him somewhere

H

Kinsleys, the wealthiest people in the city. He doesn't know what he's getting himself into." Meanwhile, Felix was led into a private room. However, his expression soured immediately. The room was so large and opulent that he felt awkward dining alone. "Could you find a smaller room? I'm just here for a simple

course. Please follow

cost not only Donald's job but also the. general manager's. Therefore, he quickly complied with his request. As they retraced their steps, a

was commanding, and even though she wasn't deliberately showing off, her demeanor made passersby

his luck seemed to be taking a nosedive-first running into Sasha outside, and now encountering Xena. It was starting to ruin his appetite. Xena noticed Felix but didn't pause her stride. With a cold tone, she remarked, "To land a job at Luxe Dining must be

arrogance was palpable, as

war. Even if Felix were the manager of Luxe Dining, it wouldn't make a difference. Besides, their marriage was in Curtis' hands, and Felix had no

the sight of Felix brought Xena a sense of satisfaction, as the

the

he would eventually find the situation absurd

entering another private room, Xena found a middle-aged man inside. He was of

take a seat. I've ordered some