The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

Chapter 287

Everyone was shocked when they learned that the judge for this competition would be Xander Fielding. He was ranked tenth among the ten best master healers of Dragonia.

Even though he held the last spot, being one of the top ten was still a prestigious position, especially among those studying traditional medicine. Many considered him a role model. After a while, William returned, looking utterly respectful as he walked beside Xander.

"Dr. Xander Fielding!"

Everyone stood up to greet him, including Zara. Regardless of who their masters were or how their skills compared to Xander's, showing respect to a senior was a given.

Felix also paid his respects. Even though it wasn't his first time meeting Xander, he saw no reason to act arrogantly. 1

Seeing Xander as a potential savior, Timothy wasted no time complaining, "You've arrived just in time, Dr. Fielding. These youngsters decided on the outcome in private without realizing how crucial tomorrow's event was."

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was no guarantee she would fully commit to the competition. Xander's presence was now seen as

shifted noticeably when his gaze landed on Felix, and a sense of relief crossed his

he had wondered if Felix would be among the candidates.

a smile, Xander asked, "If I'm not mistaken, the winner you all decided

how could Xander have known? Xander's medical skills were extraordinary, but they didn't grant him

medical skills. Since he's here, there's no

praise, especially coming from Xander, left many in awe. It wasn't common to hear the

only one unhappy was Timothy, who had hoped for support

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instead. This

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my leave now. As for

With a

if he no longer considered Felix a junior but saw him as an equal. Otherwise, why would he confidently declare victory? "Well, even Dr. Fielding agrees. What