The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

Chapter 539

In Canraville, just as Felix was about to head out for a quick dinner, his phone rang, When he realized it was Xena, he quickly answered, "Hey, Xena."

"Are you free? Come over for dinner at our place," she invited.

Felix thought he had misheard. Based on their situation now, having dinner together outside would make more sense. He asked, "Is Mr. Summers Senior not there?"

Xena's response filled Felix with joy. "Actually, Grandpa's the one who asked me to invite you."

Felix was stunned to hear Curtis' sudden change of heart. Nonetheless, it was definitely a positive development.

"I'll be right there!" Felix rushed to his garage and jumped into his Range Rover, speeding

off toward their house.

With Madam Spring's mysterious "gift" lingering over him like a ticking time bomb, any progress toward resolving it was enough to lift his spirits.

arrived, Xena opened the door, and sure enough,

Senior," Felix

looked up with a smile. "Felix,

at Curtis' apparent acceptance. She seemed genuinely pleased that Curtis had finally come around, especially since Felix had proven- himself to be exceptional, aside from that one incident. Xena prepared dinner herself, and they chatted casually while

something I need to get," Curtis said as he

Xena, whispering, "What made him change his mind all

rolled her eyes. "Why does it

course I am! I'm just curious," he replied, wondering if perhaps Dalton had something to do with

slammed a small axe onto the table,

are you doing?" Xena jumped up in horror, clearly

action.

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Felix. "You claimed someone impersonated you during that abduction,

and stood up. "Mr. Summers Senior,

with a roar. "Shut up! Say another word, and I'll