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.

door, and sure enough, Curtis

Senior," Felix

a smile. "Felix, come

see 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

something I need to get," Curtis said as he headed

as he left, Felix leaned toward Xena, whispering, "What made him change his mind all of a

"Why does it matter? Aren't you

I'm just curious," he replied, wondering if

later, Curtis returned and slammed a small axe onto the table, his earlier warmth

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

action.

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fixed his gaze on Felix. "You claimed someone impersonated you during that abduction, right? And you're

stood up. "Mr. Summers Senior, I'm not sure what

Xena tried to speak, Curtis silenced her with a roar. "Shut up! Say another