The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

Chapter 346

Since Felix had been dragged into the Phantom Poison incident because of her, Xena felt somewhat guilty. Thus, she agreed to the talk. Alright."

As they walked out, Jaden seethed with frustration. If not for his promise to Zara, he would have confronted Felix already.

"Felix, I'm going to win Xena over before she becomes Warlady," he muttered. "If you're smart, you'll back off now. Zara can't protect you forever." While walking through the neighborhood, Felix decided to skip the small talk. "Have you heard of Yardley Dining?"

"No, I haven't." Xena shook her head.

However, her heart unexpectedly raced, and she could not explain why. Was Felix really planning to pursue her?

"I need a favor from Mr. Larry Laird of Yardley Dining," Felix explained. "His condition is having you dine at his restaurant-a very formal, special dinner."

that he was asking for a favor, Xena's excitement instantly deflated. "Absolutely not! I'm about to become a Warlady. Do you expect me

such promotions, let alone someone of

has any health issues," Felix

moment of consideration, Xena nodded.

reservations about other aspects of Felix's character, his medical expertise was undeniable. She was

mind, especially since Madam Spring seemed to be playing a long game with Curtis'

could refuse to see her once she became Warlady, she still felt that Felix was uniquely skilled

before turning

seemed ineffective on him. When she returned to the villa and opened the door,

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mumbled, "What