The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

Chapter 726

Queenie's examination showed she wasn't a martial artist-just an ordinary person. With that confirmed, any lingering doubts were dispelled.

After Hexbloom bloomed, it attracted not only ordinary people but also some martial artists, compelling them to touch it subconsciously. It was all so natural that it didn't warrant much suspicion.

The next morning at the clinic, Melissa's mood had visibly brightened, and she was dressed to impress. As long as her attire wasn't overly provocative, Felix had no issue with her choice of clothing. "Boss, I had this faint chest pain last night. Shouldn't you take a closer look?" Melissa teased.

Without even looking up, Felix replied, "You're fine. Besides, you didn't seem like the kind of woman who would flirt the first time we met.

Melissa pouted. "Well, what can I say? You're so amazing. If something goes wrong, got no one to rely on. Honestly, I've been thinking of finding myself a solid backing."

I've

Felix handed her his mug. "Pour me some coffee. After I drink it, you'll officially be my little sister. How's that for having someone in your corner?"

"Huh?" Melissa blinked in disbelief. But seeing the sincerity in Felix's eyes, she jumped up in excitement. "Yes! That's perfect!"

him coffee. Felix took a sip, and Melissa cautiously called out,

gave a small nod,

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alone anymore, and better yet, she didn't have to

he strolled in, an unmistakable

his way before retreating into the back room, her dislike for him evident, "What now? If you've got nothing to say, don't come around just to make small talk." Billy plopped himself onto a chair uninvited, drumming his fingers on the table with a knowing smile. "You think I'm here to chit-chat every day? There's a

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and I've got intel that the final item

an eyebrow. "What are you? A mind reader now? How could you possibly know what

feigned offense. "No need to be so harsh. Do you think I enjoy mingling with someone as low-tier

chuckled. "Alright, alright. So, what's this item

back dramatically. "You want to know? Well, I don't feel like telling you just yet. Have Melissa pour me some drink first. Maybe then, I'll share

the back room, "Fatso, don't even dream of me serving you

up slowly and began humming a

surprises, and I do love a good surprise. Surprise after surprise

been calmly seated, suddenly felt a subtle unease. As ridiculous as it seemed, he called out, "Melissa, pour him a