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!"

of Death's capture and Sonny's case had involved him. But when she remembered his cowardice in that video call and how he had told

Aimee could answer, Leia approached. "She did!"

did Felix know Leia? It seemed

in, didn't you? I saw you!

thoughts. She then glared at Aimee. "Take Grandpa home.

Leia. "Sorry about my cousin's

Aimee was stunned.

was she? And how did Felix know her? Though she had loads of questions, she knew this was

Lord Downy requests your presence." Leia did not even mention a thing about

not help asking, "Do you know

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shook her head.

not add

but you did