The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

+25 BOHUS Chapter 303

Nala gazed at Yale with an unreadable expression. She reminded, "Remember what I said. before? There's a one-month trial period. Mr. Jones, are you perhaps being a bit too impatient?"

A hint of displeasure flashed across Yale's face, and he responded in a low voice, "A month. is too long. Those people abroad have already agreed. Why insist on waiting another day or two? Besides, I am now the Dragon Lord; there's no need to pretend it was otherwise." A subtle smile appeared at the corner of Nala's lips as she waved her hand dismissively.

"But are you truly secured in your title as Dragon Lord? Leave now. I said one month, and

decision." one month it will be. No one can change my

Yale clenched and unclenched his fists, but he ultimately left without saying another word.

The next morning, Felix returned to Avesburgh and went straight to Xena's home. After all, there was nothing more pressing on his agenda.

When he knocked on the door, Xena opened it with an expressionless face.

"Come in," she said.

to greet him, a clear indication of

said, "Felix, I've been waiting to see

that Curtis was in good spirits, Felix couldn't help but feel happy. "Your recovery is

were all seated, Curtis smiled warmly. "Xena told me you've been staying in Avesburgh for

mentor's orders. Now

beside Curtis, Xena's gaze

and headstrong. But now? Now, he was as obedient as a child. Was that all just

moment of thought, Curtis said, "Times are changing. I understand that young people today prefer to fall in love first and marry later. Although you and Xena both Histened and willing to honor the agreement between elders,

Curtis was about to reject the engagement altogether, which was exactly what Felix had hoped

your

I've decided to have you and Xena date for a month. After that, if

month! Felix sat there stunned, unsure of how to

Xena, and she pointed angrily at

upset about it? Do you even know who I am? I'm the mighty goddess of war! Do you have any idea how many people would jump at this