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.

the door, and sure enough, Curtis was

Summers Senior," Felix

with a smile. "Felix, come in

the joy in Xena's eyes 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 waiting for the food to be

be right back. There's something I need to

he left, Felix leaned toward Xena, whispering, "What made him change his

eyes. "Why does it matter? Aren't you happy about

he replied, wondering if perhaps Dalton had something to

later, Curtis returned and slammed a small axe onto

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

action.

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someone impersonated you during that abduction, right? And you're not a coward, correct? Prove

and stood up. "Mr. Summers Senior, I'm

Curtis silenced her with a roar. "Shut up! Say another word, and