The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

Chapter 92

Felix couldn't believe it. He knew Jack's parents. Could they have been so influenced by the different cultures overseas after moving abroad that their mindset had changed? It seemed almost heartless.

"Let's not dwell on it," Jack said with a dismissive wave. "I may be broke now, but I've still got my skills. I passed the final interview for a new job, and I start tomorrow. Wish me luck, friend." They didn't need a lot of words between them. If Jack ever really needed help, Felix knew he'd come to him, and vice versa. That was just how their friendship worked over the years. But this time, Felix decided he would offer help quietly from behind the scenes. He wanted his friend to move on from the sadness his family had caused him as quickly as possible. Since Jack's first day on the job was the next day, and making a good impression was important, their plans to catch up that night were put on hold for another time.

As Felix pulled up to his driveway in front of his villa, ready to park in the garage, he saw Belle standing in front of his car, blocking the way.

Felix was starting to get irritated. Did she really think he wouldn't do anything to her just because she was Xena's subordinate?

"You-"

He barely got a word out after stepping out of the car when Belle, to his surprise, sincerely apologized, "Felix, I'm sorry for the way I spoke to you over the phone earlier. My tone was out of line."

Felix was taken aback. This woman was just like Xena-proud and headstrong. And now, she was apologizing to him?

"I accept your apology. Now, can you leave?"

Belle's expression that she wasn't happy about having

still about the dinner invitation. Ms. Summers

Now, Felix was confused.

Xena would have any reason to

of that?

finding the Grimflower and using it on Mr.

what it was about. Felix

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recognized the Grimflower,

wasn't a big deal he could handle that. Meanwhile, Warren and Nattie walked

wait a moment, Mr. and Mrs. Quinton. Mr. Lambert will be out of his meeting shortly,"

she left, Nattie leaned in, whispering, "Warren, why on Earth would someone like Hugo want to meet you? And

shook his head,

"I have no idea."