The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

Chapter 278

After 15 minutes, Felix wiped his mouth, having eaten without interruption or questions. He asked, "I'm done. Can we talk now?"

Xena nodded and began, "My grandpa has recovered. He should wake up any day now."

Felix was not surprised by this news. As a skilled martial artist who visited Curtis daily, Xena would naturally notice any improvements in his condition.

However, he did not share the truth about Curtis' recovery because he saw no need to. If Curtis set him free, he and Xena would have no further connection, so why bother? "That's good news," Felix replied simply.

Xena seemed puzzled by his lack of reaction but did not dwell on it. After all, they were not family, so she could not expect him to be emotionally invested.

"I sincerely hope you'll break off the engagement yourself. I don't want my grandpa to face

as he wakes up," Xena stated

before, I respect the older generation. This isn't my decision to

and Felix intended to honor his arraignment.

are outdated! As a woman, don't I have the right to pursue

guilt seeing Xena like this. He understood that everyone, even the formidable goddess of war, had the right to pursue their romantic relationships. Yet, sometimes, one could not

sorry. If Mr. Summers Senior disapproves of this marriage, I'll walk away

an end to this ridiculous situation. The following day, Felix headed to the airport. The medical competition with Guneria was too important to risk any delays. However, he had overlooked one crucial detail- Brandon's involvement, which had accelerated Curtis' recovery without Felix's knowledge. At 9:30 am, the door burst open

Chapter 278

Grandpa?" she demanded, startling the housekeeper who had called to inform her of Curtis'

couldn't stop him. He wouldn't let me