The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

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Felix paused and turned to look at Carson,

"You're saying you have something I need?"

Carson swallowed nervously, knowing this was his last card to play.

"That's right. I have your parents' photo album-the one from when they were young. It's in my possession.

"Felix, I'm begging you. For the sake of family, let us off this time. I'll return the album to you untouched, I swear." Felix smiled at the mention of that.

He chuckled softly. "The photo album? Keep it. Instead of using it as a bargaining chip, why not look through it yourself? Maybe it'll remind you of the people who helped you get to where you are today." Carson's face went ashen.

Who could have imagined that the "worthless" Felix, who disappeared for three years, would return with such power? The wealthiest man in the city, Kane-any one of them could crush the Zeller family without a second thought, yet they all treated Felix with respect.

But too bad there was no cure for regret in this world.

...

home, Felix received a

There's something I need to report, though. It'd be best if we could discuss it in person. When would be a

my place," Felix

long after, Kane arrived at

to be

Kane's expression was serious.

from the Dragon Alliance Lawson Clinic reached out

what he knew through Kane, Dragon Alliance was a powerful organization, and Lawson Clinic was ranked fifth in its hierarchy-significantly more influential than

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few days, and he wants our help. Normally, this wouldn't be a big deal, but the reason I'm telling you is because his nephew has his sights set on pursuing Lady Summers." Since Kane already knew about the marriage agreement between Felix and Xena, how

His expression grew amused. "Anyone has

clear that his relationship with Xena was nonexistent at this point. Unless Curtis woke up and demanded the marriage contract be honored, it didn't concern

"Understood, Mr. Zeller."

at Lambert Mansion, Warren followed Thomas into the lavish living room, carrying a gift. In the end, he decided to sell the porcelain teapot to Thomas. He needed the money badly, after all. Though it had been a straightforward transaction, Thomas still considered himself indebted to Warren. First, he genuinely enjoyed such collectibles. Second-and more importantly-was because of

brings you here today?" asked