The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

Chapter 714

Felix pretended to think for a moment before saying, "I treated someone who works at a bank. We're on good terms, though I'm not sure about his position there or if he can help." Willow's eyes instantly brightened up. "Really

But she quickly became self-conscious. "No, we shouldn't burden you with using your connections. Just forget I mentioned it.'

Felix smiled. "They say good neighbors are like family. It's fate that brought. us together as neighbors and Queenie, too. If there's any trouble, of course, I'll help if I can. I'll make a call tomorrow and contact Clement if it works out." At this point, Willow could not refuse. Besides, the company was nearly at a dead end. Felix was not really an outsider anymore, and he had proven himself trustworthy, though they hadn't known each other long.

The next morning, Clement called just as Felix arrived at the clinic. "Felix, please don't listen to Willow's rambling. She sometimes speaks without thinking, so don't take it seriously."

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These two were genuinely good people. Even with a glimmer of hope, they still did not

want to trouble others.

call. Though he didn't specify his position at the bank, he said he

tonight. You have to come! you really feel like you're troubling me, you can make it up by

I won't forget this favor. Whether it works out or not, you're a true friend,

have dinner plans tonight? Why not take me

Haven't you noticed you've gaine weight? What figure are

was startled. Weight really was a woman's deadliest enemy. She immediately walked toward the

aimlessly across the street. Bi his attention was actually fixed on Felix. After a few minutes, a middle-aged

walked three blocks before getting

man asked,

man's name is Felix Zeller. He's new to Gray City and runs that place called