The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

Felix extended his perception for a while but found no suspicious movements or individuals. He had no choice but to give up. Perhaps, as the two bystanders had mentioned, this notorious thief had already moved on to another location.

Given that this mall had already been hit, it was likely the thief had left.

Still, Felix couldn't shake one big question. Why did they target phones? For someone capable of stealing from someone as skilled as himself, they could undoubtedly pull off far bigger heists. Why did they go through the trouble for something so minor? Unable to make sense of it, Felix decided not to dwell further. He headed to the top floor and immediately spotted the scarf shop he had come for. However, the sign at the entrance stood out more than anything else.

"Members only. Non-members, please do not enter".

That one sentence alone showcased the shop's trust and exclusivity. Inside, the store was much larger than it appeared from the outside, with over a dozen sales counters.

"Sir, may I see your membership card, or could you provide your phone number?"

One of the sales associates, wearing a signature smile, approached Felix, as if she had been assigned to assist him. She was used to seeing unfamiliar faces who were unlikely to be members, but strict training ensured she wouldn't directly turn anyone away. "I'm not a member. May I ask how I can become one?"

The sales associate maintained her smile. "Sir, to become a member of our shop, you'll need a referral from a Gold-tier member or higher. Only then can we issue you a membership card."

hadn't expected this. He had thought money alone would

have to be

associate could respond, a sharp voice cut her off, "Are you deaf or

Felix turned, frowning.

voice belonged to none other than the woman from earlier-the one whose dress had been dirtied by the little girl. Upon closer inspection of her name tag, he realized she was the store manager. No wonder she seemed so full of herself. "As a store manager, do

woman, Bertha

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brand. She had dealt with all kinds

afford to pay for damages back then.

you? You're obviously not qualified. If you can read, you should've noticed the sign at the entrance. Coming in without a membership

"It seems you have no intention

crossing her arms. "What? Are you going

before her words could fully sink in, Felix slapped