The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

Chapter 453

Ernest's eyes narrowed as he studied Felix, which made Felix feel embarrassed. "You want to attend Xena's appointment ceremony?"

Seeing Felix nod, Ernest suddenly laughed before saying, "No."

Felix was baffled. Given their relationship, this should have been a simple request.

"I can't betray Sherlyn like that. She'd never forgive me for helping her rival." Ernest chuckled, showing his playful side while Jairo watched in amusement.

"Mr. Holt Senior, you've got it wrong. I'm just curious about the ceremony.

"Really? I've been around long enough to know better. Are you saying there's nothing between you and Xena?"

Felix fell silent. He did not want to lie to the old man.

"Goodbye, then."

walked away, Felix felt

home. He needed to attend the ceremony. He had to signal Xena about Madam Spring's situation

unresolved, it was challenging enough for him to be with Xena, let alone intimacy. Still, he had to plan ahead. "Felix, it's rare to hear from you." Hector seemed to be in a good mood, as his

cheerful.

like to attend Xena's appointment ceremony

she's excellent

Felix wanted nothing to do

my deputy, Leia, meet

people would attend. Social figures

was leaving his garage in the Range Rover. "Dr. Zeller, Mr. Holt Senior wants a

Stop joking

"I'm