The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

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Xena and Alistair were already at the scene with numerous Wolfie troops members, having arrived in multiple helicopters.

"Mr. Zeller, we'll take them in for questioning. Thank you for your help," Alistair said.

"Are you feeling suspicious about this incident?" Xena asked.

When Felix nodded, she continued, "Dragonia is vast. Despite Mourning Village's supernatural reputation, there were never any casualties, so previous investigations were merely for show-they found nothing and left. That made sense. With no death, it would surely not get much attention. Felix had to admit that Polaris' strategy was clever. They scared people, but they never crossed the line into actual harm. "Will the Martial Alliance handle this?" Felix inquired.

Xena shook her head firmly and explained, "No. Given the severity of the situation, I've received authorization from headquarters to handle this personally. Anyone from Polaris involved will face the consequences." She added, "We can't let people spread supernatural fears in this day and age. We need to make an example, or others will try the same thing in the future."

After chatting a bit more, Xena departed. She did not once question why Felix had been in such a remote village.

It was nearly dawn when Felix drove Zara to the airport in Canraville. She said, "Felix, thank you, even though I know you were just repaying that favor."

quite read. He replied, "You don't need to thank me. If anything, I should be

you remember that girl

only woman he had ever considered

stepped forward and hugged him before spinning around and running off. She called out,

faintly as he turned to head back toward his car. He had not gotten far when Zara came running

"What's wrong?"

Mr. Grayson," she said, handing the phone to

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swear,

call."

anything to him! I tried explaining things, but he insisted you take

not trust him completely. With no choice, he took the phone

to Mourning Village. That favor she held over you needed to be repaid, or it would always

in addressing issues directly

glad you understand," Felix said