The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

Chapter 347

Jaden's sudden proposal caught Xena completely off guard. In all honesty, the man kneeling before her checked all the boxes of her ideal partner-handsome, kind, accomplished, and backed by the prestigious Crimson Sage Sect.

Sadly, the timing was not right. Xena explained gently, "Jaden, you know my grandpa asked me to date Felix for a month. There's still about two weeks left. I hope you understand."

Jaden stood up, looking somewhat embarrassed. "I'm sorry. I completely forgot about that.

The euphoria from his breakthrough had made him impulsive, momentarily forgetting about Felix, whom he considered insignificant. Nonetheless, he noticed the look in Xena's eyes and felt he still had a chance, especially considering Xena's promotion to Warlady would happen much later.

Shortly after Jaden left, the doorbell rang. Xena was a little annoyed, wondering how everyone seemed to know her whereabouts so easily. Then again, it could be Felix.

who it was, she

at the door was Hector's deputy, Leia, with whom she had always maintained

matters we need to

Thus, Xena invited her inside

right to the point. "The Wolfie troops aren't just any military unit-they're meant for a Warlord. While your promotion to Warlady is certain, wouldn't you prefer real authority rather than just a title?" Xena frowned. "Are you suggesting there are rebels within the

not quite that simple. These troops from headquarters aren't truly disloyal. The difference lies in how they follow orders. Do

they just step in that direction and stop after one step, or think ahead on how best to get there? Neither approach technically disobeys

follow orders, I'd prefer those who think strategically." After all, every leader would want capable, intelligent subordinates rather than

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officer with admiral potential, but he'll likely resist your leadership. He'll follow orders but without