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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Zara had agreed to follow the process, given her reluctant agreement, there was no guarantee she would fully commit to

gaze toward the nine nominees. His expression shifted noticeably when his gaze

he had wondered if Felix would be among the candidates. If he were, then the outcome of the event would

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

Xander have known? Xander's medical skills were extraordinary, but they didn't

his medical skills. Since he's

Xander, left many in awe. It wasn't common to hear the tenth-ranked master healer speak so highly of

only one unhappy was Timothy, who had hoped for support

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instead. This

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internal competition. I'll take my leave now. As for tomorrow's

With a

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.