The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

Chapter 345

Felix's expression shifted slightly when Xena's name was mentioned. Of all the possibilities he considered, Xena was not among them.

Mistaking Felix's reaction for hesitation, Larry decided to lay all his cards on the table, " I'm not just talking about a quick meal, Mr. Zeller. I want to give her a grand reception-if you understand what I mean.

Larry's motivation made sense. He was devoted to his restaurant business, and what better way to gain instant recognition than hosting a celebrity of Xena's caliber? With proper publicity, success would be inevitable.

"Let me guess-you also want to take photos with her and display them in your restaurant? "Felix asked wryly.

Larry shifted uncomfortably. "Come now, Mr. Zeller, I know my boundaries. Lady Summers isn't some regular celebrity, so photos are obviously out of the question."

The mention of Xena made Felix contemplate the situation carefully.

same impact as Xena. After all, Dragon Alliance was just

surprised. He had expected immediate rejection, but it seemed there

was not trying to make things difficult; he genuinely wanted to get his name out there in the culinary world. As Felix left the restaurant, he could not help but feel both amused

given him quite the challenge. Anyone else would have been

just moved to Canraville. She's new to the area and doesn't

request involving Xena, whether it was for his own sake or not. He asked, "Of course, but isn't

told you she had just arrived. Go ahead. It's fine,"

Over the past month,

to connect. If things did not work out between them after all this, it would

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base. The base, which

she had indeed just arrived and was likely still unpacking. Even with everything prepared, personal items would still need organizing. After ringing the doorbell,