The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

Chapter 456

Two of the Thirteen Aces had been captured by chance, but the records from the headquarters showed Xena had made the arrests. That was undeniable.

As she scanned the audience, Xena maintained her military bearing. But her eyes froze on the back row.

Felix? What was he doing here?

Quickly composing herself, she delivered the standard promotion speech. After the ceremony, everyone left promptly, as this was not a social gathering where people would enjoy food and drinks. When the crowd cleared, Felix approached her. "Congratulations, Xena!"

She had mixed feelings. She did not expect his presence today-even hearing him congratulating him. "Thank you."

Felix left with a smile, having achieved his goal

Almost immediately, Aimee rushed over with dissatisfaction. "Xena, someone let a nobody like Felix in on your big day! We need to investigate this, and he shouldn't get away with it, either!"

oddly pleased by Felix's presence. Both the God of Death's capture and Sonny's case had involved him. But when she remembered his cowardice in that

Aimee could answer, Leia approached.

How did Felix know Leia? It seemed

You brought Felix in, didn't you? I saw you! Tell

her thoughts. She then

"Sorry

Aimee was stunned.

Felix know her? Though she had loads of

Leia did not even mention a

not help

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her head.

Something did not add up,

but you did bring